The Atlanta Braves and eight other MLB teams have canceled their contracts with FanDuel Sports Network due to financial issues faced by Main Street Sports Group, which owns the network. MLB may step in to broadcast the games as the league has previously taken over broadcasts when teams faced payment issues. The situation also affects NBA and NHL partnerships, with negotiations ongoing for payments.
Drake Baldwin winning the NL Rookie of the Year Award grants the Atlanta Braves an extra first-round pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, estimated around pick 26-30, boosting their bonus pool and draft flexibility. The article discusses the implications of the Prospect Promotion Incentive rule and potential players the Braves might target with their new pick.
Drake Baldwin of the Atlanta Braves won the 2025 National League Rookie of the Year, earning his team a bonus draft pick in 2026 due to his full-season performance and awards. Baldwin, a top prospect, excelled offensively and contributed significantly despite some defensive criticisms. The award also impacted team and player service time considerations, notably benefiting Cade Horton and Caleb Durbin in their career timelines.
The Atlanta Braves have appointed Walt Weiss, a former player and long-time bench coach, as their new manager to lead the team back to success after a challenging season, with high expectations for his leadership given his extensive experience and history with the team.
The Atlanta Braves are set to appoint a new manager following Brian Snitker's transition to an advisory role, with potential candidates including former players David Ross and Mark DeRosa, and experienced manager Bud Black, emphasizing the importance of choosing a leader who can maintain the team's competitiveness and stability.
The article discusses potential managerial and front office changes across Major League Baseball teams as the 2025 season concludes, highlighting key figures like Atlanta's Brian Snitker and Texas's Bruce Bochy, and exploring possible replacements and organizational shifts in teams such as the Twins, Angels, Diamondbacks, Phillies, and others.
Ha-Seong Kim, now with the Atlanta Braves, faces uncertainty due to recent injuries and limited playtime in 2025, with expectations set around a 2.0-2.5 fWAR range, considering his past performance and current health concerns.
Hurston Waldrep pitched a career-best 7 innings with 7 strikeouts, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox, who continue to struggle with recent losses. The Braves extended their winning streak to four series, though they remain far behind in the NL East standings.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's comments about potential league expansion and realignment could significantly impact the Atlanta Braves, with possible new teams in Nashville, Charlotte, or other cities leading to various division reconfigurations, especially in the Southeastern region, affecting travel, playoff structure, and regional rivalries.
The Milwaukee Brewers extended their winning streak to six games with a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves, highlighted by Blake Perkins and Andrew Vaughn's performances, as the Brewers set a franchise record for fewest games to reach 70 wins, while the Braves suffered a loss with Spencer Strider on the mound.
The MLB Speedway Classic took place at Bristol Motor Speedway, marking the first MLB game in Tennessee, with over 85,000 fans attending. The event featured a unique setup with two baseball diamonds on the racetrack, blending NASCAR and baseball cultures, and included festivities like performances by Tim McGraw and Pitbull, despite rain delays. The game was historic, drawing the largest crowd for an MLB regular-season game in the state.
The Atlanta Braves opted to keep Raisel Iglesias and Marcell Ozuna after the MLB Trade Deadline, with limited trading activity overall. The team made some minor acquisitions to bolster their rotation and bullpen but did not sell key players like Iglesias and Ozuna, despite rumors and potential market interest. The future of these players remains uncertain, and more updates are expected from team management.
The MLB Speedway Classic between the Reds and Braves at Bristol Motor Speedway is set to break the single-game attendance record with over 85,000 tickets sold, making it the most-attended MLB game in history, and the first in Tennessee.
The Atlanta Braves, struggling in 2025, acquired veteran starter Eric Fedde from the Cardinals and placed Grant Holmes on the 60-Day IL, possibly ending Holmes' season. The team is also involved in trade discussions, with interest in players like Rasiel Iglesias and Ozzie Albies. MLB news includes Hall of Fame enshrinements, trade interest in Nolan Arenado, and updates on players like Aaron Judge and Starling Marte.
The Atlanta Braves acquired pitcher Erick Fedde from the St. Louis Cardinals to bolster their injury-ridden starting rotation, despite his recent struggles and being a free agent at season's end.