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Braves Minor League Recap: Dixon Williams monster weekend continues
(60-59) Gwinnett Stripers 8, (43-75) Norfolk Tide 9 Box Score Safe to say Gwinnett enjoyed the trip back home as they dropped Sunday’s game, and the overall series against the Tide, in rather heartbreaking fashion – as the Tide walked them off. Cedric De Grandpre got the start for the Stripers and started off strong, […]
Do the Braves need a dome?
Each time there is a rainout for a Braves game, whether we were at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, Turner Field, or Truist Park, there was always someone complaining that they should have a dome. My response have always been the same. Domed stadiums add a prohibitive cost to an already expensive item. That cost is almost […]
Braves News: Matt Olson Goes Deep in Win, Ray Kerr Back with Braves
Though the Braves have had their share of struggles over the past few weeks, they continue to find ways to ensure the struggles do not last too long. That was the story this weekend, as even though the Braves lost the series, they were able to avoid a sweep due a big hit from Matt […]
Braves vs. Diamondbacks series recap: Braves avoid brooms with big hit from Matt Olson
Sometimes you roll snake eyes and the Atlanta Braves very nearly did end up doing so against the Snakes, themselves. The Arizona Diamondbacks may have been coming into town following a series loss to the Colorado Rockies (in Arizona, mind you) but they were entering this series with two monsters getting starts for them in […]
Matt Olson’s 36th homer the difference as Braves salvage finale vs. D-backs
Matt Olson has hit quite a few home runs this season. But few have been as momentous as the three-run shot he crushed in the bottom of the seventh in the Braves’ 5-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday afternoon to help Atlanta salvage one game from the weekend set. The homer was Olson’s 36th […]
Braves vs. Diamondbacks chat and discussion: Bryce Elder vs. Michael Soroka
The Braves have avoided a three-game losing streak through the first month of the second half of the season. They need a win in Sunday’s home series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks to maintain that run and avoid being swept for the first time since June 22-24 at San Diego. Bryce Elder gets the ball […]
Ray Kerr returns, Danny Young designated for assignment
The Atlanta Braves have selected left-handed reliever Ray Kerr to the the big league roster and designated fellow lefty Danny Young for assignment. For Kerr, this would be his first big league action since 2024 when he underwent “Tommy John” surgery on his pitching elbow. Kerr has been making steady progress in Atlanta’s minor league […]
Mike Yastrzemski moves up in order for series finale vs. Diamondbacks
Seeking a spark in the lineup after managing just three runs and nine hits in the first two games of their home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Atlanta Braves are switching a few things up in the batting order for Sunday’s 1:35 p.m. ET series finale. Most notably, the Braves moved Mike Yastrzemski up […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Dixon Williams Bats in 10 Runs
Dixon Williams was the headliner in the Atlanta Braves system on Saturday, as he was the first minor league player in two years to have a 10-RBI game. Eric Hartman, John Gil, Patrick Clohisy, Carter Beck, Alex Lodise, Conor Essenburg, and Luis Guanipa were also among the players to have multi-hit games as the Rome […]
Bryce Elder faces Michael Soroka as Braves look to prevent Diamondbacks sweep
In order to avoid being swept for just the second time this season, the Atlanta Braves will have to beat one of their homegrown arms. Former Braves first-round draft pick Michael Soroka will return to pitch in his former ballpark for the second time when Atlanta closes out a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks […]
Braves News: Danny Young, AJ Smith-Shawver, more
Danny Young this season has an ERA over 8, a FIP over 7, and an xFIP over 6. He has at times in his 5 season, 73.0 inning major league career been an acceptable major league reliever and even has acceptable career numbers over that time, but he has simply not given the Braves a […]
Braves get pummeled in miserable 10-3 loss to Arizona
After a tough game from the offense on Friday night, the Braves were hoping for another good start from Grant Holmes to help tie the series. Things started very well for Atlanta, as Ronald Acuna did his thing and led the home first off with an absolute bomb to dead center. Baldwin roped a double […]
Braves vs Diamondbacks Game Thread: 8/15/2026
Join us in the comments below as the Braves look to even the series! Game Info Game Time: Saturday, August 15, 7:15 PM ET Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA Watch: FOX Radio/Audio: 680 AM/93.7 FM The Fan, La Mejor 1600/1460/1130 AM
Lane Thomas starts in left, Mauricio Dubon mans short against the lefty Rodriguez
The Braves are stacking right-handed bats with a lefty starter on the mound for Arizona. While Ha-Seong Kim is still mysteriously present on the bench without being used for…anything, Dubon does replace Jarvis in the more advantageous platoon situation. Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks lineup can be found below, featuring Lars Nootbar at leadoff. Game Info Game […]
Braves look to even series behind Grant Holmes
The Braves got all they needed from the pitching staff Friday, but couldn’t do anything on offense. Today’s game features a pitching matchup between Eduardo Rodriguez and Grant Holmes. Rodriguez has a massive gulf between his 2.70 ERA and his 4.41 xFIP. I trust the xFIP more than the ERA to tell us how good […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Garrett Baumann tosses complete game for Columbus
It was an interesting day down on the farm, featuring offensive standouts and solid pitching performances. Let’s dive into it all. (59-58) Gwinnett Stripers 2, (42-74) Norfolk Tides 6 Box Score Gwinnett came up short on Friday, losing by a 6-2 final to Norfolk, moving to just one game above. 500 on the season. JR […]
What would (or did) you ask at Braves Alumni Weekend?
The Atlanta Braves are having their annual Alumni Weekend during this series with the Diamondbacks. Over 60 former players and coaches were in attendance. Here is the listing of those who are in town. There are some Hall of Famers and World Series Champions on this list. There are some from the dry times of […]
Braves News: Shutout by Diamondbacks, Alumni Weekend, and more
The Atlanta Braves suffered a shutout during Friday’s series opener, dropping game one with the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-0. It’s a tale as old as time; Chris Sale turns in a terrific start, yet the offense is unable to provide run support. Sale went six innings, allowing just one run on five hits. He recorded nine […]
Braves get blanked by Diamondbacks in series opener
There couldn’t have been a worse start to a series after coming off a high from the last one. …Well, I guess there could always be worse. The Atlanta Braves fell to the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 2-0 shutout to open their series on Friday night. The first run was kicked off by Arizona’s Geraldo […]
Braves vs. Diamondbacks chat and discussion: Chris Sale vs Brandon Pfaadt
The Atlanta Braves are fresh off a win to face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks. You know what to do. Let’s chat. First pitch is set for 7:15 PM ET. Lineups Preview
Jim Jarvis back in lineup as Braves face off against Diamondbacks
The stage is set for the Atlanta Braves to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Let’s take a look at the rosters. Drake Baldwin is back in the leading spot and playing catcher. And hey! Look who’s batting in the ninth hole: Jim Jarvis is geared up for shortstop. Now, both teams have put up similar […]
Chris Sale set to kick off Diamondbacks series for Braves
Welcome back, Braves Country! It’s nice to come back refreshed after a series win. And even better when it’s against the division rivals, the New York Mets. Now, the Atlanta Braves are looking for a repeat against the Arizona Diamondbacks with Chris Sale on the mound. Sale’s stats speak for themself. Holding a 2.20 ERA, […]
Braves Minor League Recap: Davis Polo strong in Augusta
The Braves have a quartet of solid pitchers going on Thursday night, and Davis Polo topped the bunch by completing 6 2/3 innings while striking out seven batters. Polo has had a wonderful season in returning from Tommy John surgery and has been one of the best pitchers in the system for the past month […]
Will August end up being the Braves’ best month of 2026?
The Braves are 8-3 in August so far. That’s really good, and even better than when they went 22-10 through the end of April. That sad, they have 17 more games. They need to go 20-8 to beat their through-April record, which means 12-5. That’s a tall order! The schedule is also weird slash daunting […]
Braves News: Diamondbacks on deck, Robert Suarez update, and more
Coming off a series win against the New York Mets, the Atlanta Braves head back to Truist Park for a three-game set with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Braves enter the series with 73 wins and are 7-3 in their last 10. The D-Backs have a less impressive record with 64 wins and going .500 over […]
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