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Braves make roster move ahead of series with Rangers

The Braves have tweaked the roster before their weekend series with the reigning World Series champions, optioning outfielder Forrest Wall to Gwinnett and calling up Luke Williams.

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Rangers vs. Braves: April 19-21

Atlanta returns home to face the defending World Series Champion Texas Rangers. The Atlanta Braves return to Truist Park Friday night where they will begin a nine-game homestand with a three-game series against the Texas Rangers.

Chris Sale News / Talking Chop / 49 minutes ago

Chris Sale gets the start as Atlanta kicks-off three-game series against the Texas Rangers

The Braves will look to stay hot in Friday’s series opener against the Texas Rangers. The Atlanta Braves will begin a nine-game homestand with a three-game series Friday night against the Texas Rangers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 24 minutes ago

Pair of top NL pitchers thriving in starting roles with new teams

Jordan Hicks and Reynaldo Lopez are both adjusting to new roles on the mound this season with new teams.

The most unexpected MLB pitchers who threw a no-hitter or perfect game

The '2022 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 1 hour ago

The Braves are thriving despite a severe case of grounderitis

The best team in the majors has been uncharacteristically grounded in the early going Hello! It’s April 19, 2024, and the Braves have the best record in the majors.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 2 hours ago

Battery Power TV: Atlanta Braves overcoming early injury storm, hold best record in baseball again

Despite a rash of injuries, the Atlanta Braves are off to a good start in 2024. Despite dealing with injuries to multiple key players already this season, the Atlanta Braves find themselves in a familiar place after three weeks of play — holding the best record in MLB.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Braves vs. Rangers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, April 19, 2024

Two of the league’s top power hitters meet Friday when the Atlanta Braves (12-5) and Texas Rangers (11-9) take the field at 7:20 PM ET, live on Apple TV+.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Braves vs. Rangers Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

The Atlanta Braves (12-5) look to add to a four-game winning streak as they host the Texas Rangers (11-9) at 7:20 PM ET on Friday. This contest’s pitching matchup is set, as the Braves will send Chris Sale (1-1) to the mound, while Andrew Heaney (0-2) will get the nod for the Rangers.

Kirk Cousins News / SportsTalkATL / 18 minutes ago

New Falcons QB Kirk Cousins to throw out first pitch at Braves game

With Kirk Cousins coming to Atlanta, the new Falcons quarterback is taking advantage of all the state has to offer. Just last week, Cousins and his wife, Julie, who is an Atlanta-area native, took in one of the greatest spectacles in all of sports — The Masters.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 2 hours ago

This Day in Braves History: April 19th

1890 - The Boston Beaneaters defeat the Brooklyn Bridegrooms 15-9. It is the first National League game for Brooklyn, who will later be known as the Dodgers.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 3 hours ago

Atlanta hosts reigning World Series champs, Ian Mejia deals in Double-A, more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. The Atlanta Braves kick off another homestand in the form of a three-game set against the Texas Rangers. The Braves are coming off a successful 5-1 roadtrip, where the club improved to 12-5 on the season after a series win and a sweep.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Sporting News / 9 hours ago

Ronald Acuna Jr. agency, explained: Braves star signs with Bad Bunny's controversial Rimas Sports

Atlanta star Ronald Acuna Jr. is teaming up with one of the most popular musical artists in the world.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 10 hours ago

Atlanta Braves vs. Texas Rangers Series April 19-21: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

The Atlanta Braves will be hosting the Texas Rangers for a three-game series, with the first matchup getting underway at 7:20 PM ET on Friday, April 19.

MLB News / Talking Chop / 14 hours ago

Braves conclude Texas Week by hosting the Rangers

Fresh off a 5-1 road trip, the Braves will play three against the reigning postseason champs After a 5-1 road trip, the Atlanta Braves will return to Truist Park to begin a nine-game homestand, which starts with a three-game series against the defending World Series champion Texas Rangers.

Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / 19 hours ago

Spencer Strider’s injury is a stark reminder for Braves, others

Not only is Spencer Strider‘s UCL injury a brutal blow for the Braves, but it should also be seen as a blow to baseball as a sport. Professional leagues are best when their best players are on the field or court, regardless of your allegiances.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / 18 hours ago

Just like everyone predicted, Orlando Arcia and Marcell Ozuna are leading the way for the Braves

The dynamic duo everyone saw coming. If you don’t know, here’s the current fWAR leaderboard for the Braves: Yes, the best two players on the team to this point of the season have been Orlando Arcia and Marcell Ozuna.

Alex Anthopoulos News / SportsTalkATL / 21 hours ago

Is this the best trade of Alex Anthopoulos’ tenure?

There may be some arguments out there, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a better general manager in the game of baseball than Alex Anthopoulos. Baseball

Ozzie Albies News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Minus Ozzie Albies, Braves bid to sweep Astros

Even following a bad break, Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies remained jovial. Albies landed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday after tests revealed he fractured his right big toe on a hit by a pitch in the second inning of the series opener against the Houston Astros the previous day.

Reynaldo Lopez News / Field Level Media / April 16

Reynaldo Lopez quiets Astros as Braves win again

Reynaldo Lopez produced his second consecutive scoreless start, Orlando Arcia provided early run support and the Atlanta Braves claimed a 6-2 interleague victory over the host Houston Astros on Tuesday at Minute Maid Park.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

$Braves place Ozzie Albies on 10-day IL with toe fracture$

Braves place Ozzie Albies on 10-day IL with toe fracture

Albies was hit on the toe by a pitch in the second inning of Monday night’s game against the Astros. He stayed in the game and played the rest of it, but it appears that some post-game testing revealed a fracture.

Orioles pitcher unexpectedly lands on IL with concerning injury

Brewers place former MVP on IL

Astros promote former first-round pick who had long journey through minors

Rangers to promote top pitching prospect, continue loading up for repeat

Dodgers to promote top-100 prospect

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / April 15

Atlanta Braves Big Bear on Record-Setting Rampage

Atlanta Braves are on a roller coaster to start the 2024 season. Multiple games were delayed, and losing catcher Sean Murphy in the first game of the season, then Spencer Strider to his second Tommy John surgery at just 25 years old, is not how they wanted to open the year.

Jarred Kelenic News / Just Baseball / April 17

Can Jarred Kelenic Sustain His Hot Start?

When Jarred Kelenic went 2 for his first 30 in Atlanta Braves spring training, there was instant concern about his bat-to-ball ability, along with the fact that he tinkered with his stance and swing once again.

Marcell Ozuna News / Yardbarker / April 14