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Atlanta announced BravesVision, a team-owned network that will broadcast Braves games on TV and streaming with no local blackouts (except national exclusives), following the end of its RSN deal with Main Street Sports; while initial revenue may be softer than the old RSN arrangement, the move promises broader fan access and reflects MLB’s push toward centralized streaming options.
The Atlanta Braves are launching BravesVision, their own broadcast network for the 2026 season after splitting with Main Street Sports Group and FanDuel Sports Network. BravesVision will produce at least 140 games, with viewing options including a Braves.TV subscription on MLB’s streaming platform for the home market (GA, TN, AL, MS, NC, SC), MLB.TV for out-of-market viewers, and direct-to-distributor partnerships; pricing and packages will be announced in March.
Atlanta announced a one-year, $27 million extension for left-hander Chris Sale, with a $30 million club option for 2028, binding him to the Braves through at least 2027 as their ace. Sale, 37, has been elite since arriving in 2024 (Cy Young winner) but missed time with a ribcage fracture in 2025. The deal starts in 2027 and does not affect 2026 payroll, though it adds luxury-tax considerations for 2027 and beyond.
Braves right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach and fellow prospect Hurston Waldrep will undergo elbow surgery to remove loose bodies, with Schwellenbach already on the 60‑day injured list and Waldrep set for a procedure soon. There’s no set return timetable for either, leaving both arms out indefinitely as Atlanta weighs rotation options behind Chris Sale, Spencer Strider, Reynaldo López and Grant Holmes.
Atlanta ace Chris Sale said he will not challenge pitches under MLB’s ABS system and will leave such calls to his catcher, while addressing his pending free agency and expressing a desire to finish his career with the Braves after a Cy Young-winning run that has made him a cornerstone of Atlanta’s rotation.
The Atlanta Braves are weighing a rotation upgrade this offseason, with reports they’re eyeing free-agent right-handers Lucas Giolito and Chris Bassitt. Both players are free from qualifying offers, which reduces draft-pick penalties, and Atlanta could manage the luxury-tax hit as needed. Giolito showed a strong late-season run after an injury-shortened year, while Bassitt has durability and consistency across multiple seasons. Signing either would bolster depth behind a core of healthy and injured pitchers, and could influence the wider market by altering the perceived value of mid-rotation arms.
The Atlanta Braves signed Jorge Mateo to a one-year, $1 million contract to add a versatile, shortstop-capable depth piece and restore the 40-man roster after Jose Suarez was claimed by the Orioles. The move comes as Ha-Seong Kim undergoes surgery for a torn tendon in his right middle finger and is expected to miss four to five months, creating an early-season opportunity for Mateo in spring training and beyond.
Atlanta’s Ha-Seong Kim underwent surgery in Korea to repair a torn tendon in his middle finger and is expected to miss four to five months, jeopardizing his 2026 season. The Braves now face shortstop depth concerns, as Mauricio Dubon is unlikely to be the everyday option and the club weighs internal options (Luke Waddell, Jim Jarvis) and external possibilities (including free agents like Isiah Kiner-Falefa) to fill the gap before Spring Training.
Braves infielder Ha-Seong Kim is out 4–5 months after surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger, following a fall in South Korea. The extended absence tests Atlanta’s infield depth, with Mauricio Dubon stepping in at short in the interim and the club weighing depth additions or trades to bridge the gap until Kim returns.
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.