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Braves sign grandson of Baseball Hall of Famer in free agency

The Atlanta Braves are turning to a fellow with a famous last name. Atlanta has agreed to a deal with free agent outfielder Mike Yastrzemski, Robert Murray of FanSided reported on Wednesday. Jeff Passan of ESPN later added that the deal is for two …

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Former Blue Jays ace hit with rough news

Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Alek Manoah is once again in need of a new home. The Atlanta Braves announced Friday that they have non-tendered Manoah, thereby making him a free agent this offseason. The Braves claimed Manoah off waivers in …

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Astros trade away a standout from their World Series team

The Houston Astros are sending one notable member of their 2022 championship team packing. Houston announced on Wednesday that they have traded utilityman Mauricio Dubon to the Atlanta Braves. Dubon is headed to Atlanta in exchange for shortstop Nick …

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Braves hire 2 coaches away from division rival

The Atlanta Braves are shaking up their coaching staff by poaching from a division rival. The Braves are hiring Jeremy Hefner as their new pitching coach and Antoan Richardson as their new first base coach. Both Hefner and Richardson were with the …

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Braves have hired a new manager

The Atlanta Braves are opting for an internal choice for their new manager. The Braves announced Monday that Walt Weiss is being hired as their new manager. Weiss previously managed the Colorado Rockies from 2013 to 2016. #Braves Name Walt Weiss as …

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Braves targeting Dodgers coach to be their next manager

One clear candidate has emerged to become the Atlanta Braves’ new manager. The Braves appear to be targeting Los Angeles Dodgers bench coach Danny Lehmann as their new manager, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. Lehmann’s candidacy …

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Brian Snitker makes decision on his future with the Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker has decided to remain with the organization, but he will do so in a different role. The Braves announced on Wednesday that Snitker is transitioning to an advisory role for the 2026 season. The team is also …

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Former All-Star Alek Manoah getting an opportunity with new MLB team

2025 was a total wash for Alek Manoah, but 2026 might not necessarily be as well. The Atlanta Braves announced on Friday that they have claimed the former All-Star pitcher Manoah off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays. Atlanta is also transferring …

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Braves pitcher’s dad had amazing stroke of luck during son’s MLB debut

The baseball gods delivered a late Father’s Day gift to one dad in the stands during Friday’s Atlanta Braves-Miami Marlins clash. Braves starting pitcher Didier Fuentes made his MLB debut in front of his father at LoanDepot Park in Miami, …

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Braves’ handling of Craig Kimbrel was baffling

The Atlanta Braves’ handling of Craig Kimbrel was completely baffling. The Braves in March signed Kimbrel to a minor-league deal. He pitched in three games for Double-A Columbus and was nearly flawless with no hits and only one walk allowed …

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Fan throws ball onto field in bizarre sequence at Braves-Giants game

A fan caused confusion and generated frustration on Friday night during a game between the San Francisco Giants and Atlanta Braves after throwing a ball onto the field during a play at the plate in the top of the fourth inning. The bizarre moment …

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Braves call up former All-Star after blowing game

The Atlanta Braves suffered a brutal defeat on Thursday, and responded by turning to a 37-year-old former All-Star. The Braves are calling Craig Kimbrel up from Triple-A Gwinnett, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. The move comes after …

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Braves bring back former manager to their coaching staff

The Atlanta Braves are bringing back a familiar face to their coaching staff. Atlanta announced on Monday that they have named Fredi Gonzalez their acting third base coach. They demoted Matt Tuiasosopo from third base coach to minor league infield …

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Phillies manager explains why team did not retaliate for Bryce Harper HBP

Bryce Harper left Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves after getting hit by a pitch on the elbow, but the Philadelphia Phillies did not seek their pound of flesh from the Braves in retaliation. Former Phillies GM and current postgame …

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Braves manager calls out grounds crew over team’s defensive struggles

Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker is singling out an unusual scapegoat for one of his player’s recent defensive issues. Braves third baseman Austin Riley made his fifth error of the month in Sunday’s loss to the San Diego Padres. …

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Ronald Acuña Jr. returns from torn ACL, homers on first pitch

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. returned on Friday night, nearly one year removed from suffering a torn ACL, and he didn’t appear to miss a beat. On the first pitch from San Diego Padres starter Nick Pivetta, Acuña, batting in his …

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