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Fuentes lands Opening Day spot as Braves ride spring breakout

Didier Fuentes makes Atlanta’s Opening Day roster after a standout spring, flashing a Strider-like fastball-slider mix and the potential third pitch in a splitter; his status for a six-man rotation could hinge on injuries. The Braves also enjoyed a strong Spring Breakout win against Yankees prospects (8-3) and saw major-league spring performances from Chris Sale and Austin Riley.

20 days ago•Source: Battery Power

Braves face outfield gap as Profar 162-game PED suspension looms

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20.48 min•1 month ago

Braves face outfield gap as Profar 162-game PED suspension looms

Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been handed a 162-game suspension for testing positive for a performance‑enhancing drug, likely sidelining him for the 2026 season and forcing the team to explore internal and external options to fill the outfield. The Players Association plans to challenge the suspension, and the grievance process could delay any ban as MLB’s drug program reviews the case. The piece also notes other MLB PED suspensions and related roster considerations.

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