Drake Baldwin could help Braves fans get over the William Contreras trade
Chipper Jones said of the promising young catcher: “I love what I see from him offensively.
Wed, Apr 23
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Braves takeaways: Eli White’s unforgettable homer, Alex Verdugo’s impact and more
Fans in the left-field bleachers gave White a standing ovation when he returned to his position after a 434-foot blast.
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Braves’ streak ends on tough night for bullpen; Spencer Strider discusses latest injury
Scott Blewett pitched well in his first MLB start, but relievers let the score get out of hand: "Walks hurt throughout the whole game.
Tue, Apr 22
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MLB Power Rankings: Cincinnati, Cleveland on the climb; What a difference a year makes
In this week's Rankings, we take a look at where each team ranked exactly one year ago and what that might tell us about where they are now.
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Braves rally again to extend winning streak to 4, but Spencer Strider returns to IL
After learning of Strider's injury, Atlanta shrugged off doom and staged a late offensive outburst for a 7-6 comeback win against St. Louis.
Mon, Apr 21
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Braves’ Spencer Strider placed on IL after injuring hamstring playing catch
Strider notified a team official soon after the incident that he wouldn’t be able to make his scheduled start Tuesday against the Cardinals.
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In calling out Brian Snitker’s double standard, Ronald Acuña Jr. had a point
In an X post, Acuña noted he would have been benched if he made the same base running gaffe as Braves' teammate Jarred Kelenic did Saturday.
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Braves takeaways: Alex Verdugo’s instant impact, team’s turnaround, Drake Baldwin to stay?
Verdugo provided a spark atop the order in his first three games with the Braves: "He likes being in that leadoff spot and jumped right in.
Sun, Apr 20
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Ronald Acuña Jr. on Braves’ reaction to Jarred Kelenic mistake: ‘They would take me out’
Saturday's base running gaffe with Jarred Kelenic was similar to one in August 2019 when Acuña was removed from a game by Snitker.
