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Mainstay is the word that best describes both manager Brian Snitker and his Atlanta Braves. The Braves clinched their sixth consecutive National League East crown on Wednesday with a 4-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. The Braves became the first MLB team to lock up their division this season. Although a repeat, Snitker […] READ MORE
Braves 9, Mets 6 NEW YORK, Aug 5 — Riding an early onslaught of runs, the Atlanta Braves outlasted the New York Mets 9–6 on Friday night at Citi Field. The two division rivals have split the first two games of this pivotal five-game weekend series. With this loss, the Mets lead over the […] READ MORE
After a long marathon of a season, we have finally reached the Fall Classic. The 2021 MLB Postseason has been as extraordinary as usual, and now only two teams remain. The Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros will meet in the 117th edition of the World Series. This is the Astros third World Series appearance […] READ MORE
Ronald Acuna Jr. had to be removed from play on a cart during Saturday’s game between the Atlanta Braves and the Miami Marlins. Acuna Jr. hurt his leg, apparently. The Braves outfielder injured his leg after attempting to make a catch on a fly ball off the bat of Marlins player Jazz Chisholm. According to Braves […] READ MORE
The 2021 Atlanta Braves have had a complex season so far. A stumble out of the gate and a weak series with the Miami Marlins placed them in a corner. Looking back over the past couple of weeks, there are still things to be excited about. The Braves accomplished their first successful road trip. Some […] READ MORE
The 2021 Atlanta Braves got off to a rocky start, losing their first four contests. However, baseball is not judged by small sample sizes. The game plays out as a chess contest over many weeks and months. Currently, the National League East has the Braves in check. It’s early in the season, and there are […] READ MORE
While the 2010s rolled merrily along, the Atlanta Braves searched for a new spark. A disappointing 2014 campaign showed that new blood was needed. General Manager Frank Wren was fired in September of that year. His replacement, John Hart, immediately set about on a rebuild. The farm system was a shambles and needed life pumped […] READ MORE
Atlanta Braves ace Mike Soroka is out for the season after tearing his Achilles on Monday night against the New York Mets. This is not only a devastating injury for the Braves, but for Major League Baseball. Soroka, a native of Calgary, is one of the game’s bright young stars and is an ambassador for […] READ MORE
Atlanta Braves DFA Mike Foltynewicz Mark Bowman of MLB.com has reported that the Atlanta Braves have designated right-handed starting pitcher Mike Foltynewicz for assignment. In response to a Twitter follower, Bowman indicated that this does not necessarily mean the right-hander is ending his time with the Braves. If nothing is done in the next seven […] READ MORE
Manager of the Year Winners: Mike Shildt and Rocco Baldelli Mike Shildt Wins National League Manager of the Year In a shocking turn of events, Mike Shildt has been named the National League Manager of the Year. The St. Louis Cardinals manager won the award with 95 points. The Cardinals finished the first half of […] READ MORE
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