All articles tagged with #braves
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBWAA
Drake Baldwin of the Atlanta Braves won the National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year award, becoming the first catcher since 2010 to do so and the seventh overall in NL history, marking a significant achievement for the Braves with Baldwin being the only player on all ballots.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Battery Power
The Atlanta Braves are assembling a new coaching staff with young, respected coaches from the Mets, and have announced their Spring Training schedule. Shane Bieber has opted to pick up his $16 million option instead of a buyout, remaining a key starting pitcher. The article also mentions Chris Sale's return and general MLB updates.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by ESPN
The Atlanta Braves have added pitching coach Jeremy Hefner and first base coach Antoan Richardson to their coaching staff under new manager Walt Weiss, bringing experienced coaches from the Mets and Giants organizations.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves have hired Jeremy Hefner as their new pitching coach and Antoan Richardson as first base coach, replacing Rick Kranitz and Tom Goodwin, respectively, as part of a coaching overhaul following a disappointing 2025 season, with both coaches returning to Atlanta after previous stints with the Mets.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by SB Nation
The article discusses how the Toronto Blue Jays unexpectedly became a top team in 2025 and highlights three other MLB teams—Baltimore Orioles, Atlanta Braves, and San Francisco Giants—that could make a similar leap to success in 2026, emphasizing their recent struggles and potential for improvement.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
The Atlanta Braves are exercising their club option on pitcher Chris Sale for 2026, paying him $18 million. Sale, 36, a highly accomplished pitcher and recent NL Cy Young winner, remains a key part of the Braves' rotation despite injuries, and is expected to be their ace in 2026. The team may seek to add more experienced pitchers this offseason to bolster their rotation.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Battery Power
The Brewers acquired William Contreras in a trade primarily involving Esteury Ruiz, which was part of a larger three-team deal where the Braves also traded for Sean Murphy. The author questions how the Brewers managed to secure Contreras without contributing much to the trade, highlighting the unusual nature of the deal.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Battery Power
Kevin Gausman was traded to the Braves in 2018 but struggled in 2019 due to injuries and mechanical issues, leading to his release. The Braves let him go because he refused a bullpen role, and he subsequently improved with other teams, notably the Giants.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Sodo Mojo
The Atlanta Braves have outrighted former Mariners top prospect Jarred Kelenic from their 40-man roster, signaling a setback in his development. Kelenic, acquired by the Braves in a 2023 trade, has struggled with consistency and performance, leading to this roster move. Mariners fans see this as validation of their earlier decision to trade him for financial flexibility, though Kelenic, still only 26, may get another chance elsewhere.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Battery Power
The article invites readers to predict who will be the Atlanta Braves' next manager, emphasizing a straightforward prediction game with scoring based on accuracy and confidence levels, and reflecting on the history of sports debates and fan engagement.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Brian Snitker, after leading the Atlanta Braves to a World Series title in 2021 and serving nearly 50 years with the organization, announced he will not return as manager next season but will take on a new role within the team, with his decision influenced by his mentor Bobby Cox and his own reflections on his career.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS Sports
The article ranks eight MLB managerial openings, highlighting the Atlanta Braves as the most desirable job due to their strong roster and potential for success, followed by the Orioles, Twins, Rangers, Giants, Nationals, Rockies, and Angels, with the Angels offering the least job security and prospects for winning.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC Sports
Brian Snitker, who led the Atlanta Braves to the 2021 World Series title and has been with the organization for 49 years, will not return as manager next season but will take on an advisory role and be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by MLB Trade Rumors
Brian Snitker will not return as the Atlanta Braves' manager in 2026, ending a decade-long tenure, but will remain with the organization as a senior advisor. The team will begin a managerial search, marking a rare change in leadership for the franchise, which has had only four managers since 1990. Snitker, a Braves lifer and World Series champion, will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame before stepping down.