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Seager Dilemma Tests Rangers as Gray Becomes Deadline Favorite
sports1 day ago

Seager Dilemma Tests Rangers as Gray Becomes Deadline Favorite

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the market is heating up: the Rangers may have to consider trading Corey Seager if they falter, despite his health and a massive contract that includes 10-5 rights after the season; Sonny Gray has drawn strong interest from the Atlanta Braves, among others, as rotation needs grow. Other clubs such as the Red Sox, Royals, Mariners, Guardians and Padres are weighing whether to sell or buy, with potential moves involving pitchers like Wacha, Lugo and Castillo, as well as depth pieces and prospects, making the coming weeks a multi-team, high-stakes scramble.

Pirates explode early as Waldrep falters, Braves crushed in Pittsburgh
sports3 days ago

Pirates explode early as Waldrep falters, Braves crushed in Pittsburgh

Hurston Waldrep struggled in his second start as the Pirates pounced early, using a first-inning grand slam by Ryan O’Hearn to seize control and never look back in a 12-4 win over the Braves in Pittsburgh. Waldrep lasted 3.1 innings with seven earned runs, five walks and two homers allowed, while Atlanta’s offense managed only a few late runs. The result extends the Braves’ losing streak heading into the All-Star break.

Braves Sign Veteran McCutchen to Minor League Deal to Bolster Depth
sports7 days ago

Braves Sign Veteran McCutchen to Minor League Deal to Bolster Depth

The Atlanta Braves signed veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a minor-league contract and will send him to the Florida Complex League to get into playing shape. The 39-year-old is embarking on his 18th season and opened 2026 with the Rangers, posting a 55 wRC+ in 83 plate appearances and appearing in 13 games in the outfield, a modest showing that still brings veteran presence as the Braves cope with injuries (including Sean Murphy and Ronald Acuña Jr.) and after moving on from Rowdy Tellez. McCutchen’s addition adds depth and versatility in the outfield as Atlanta eyes potential upside if he recovers form.

Phillies Surge Shakes NL East as Dodgers Remain No. 1
sports11 days ago

Phillies Surge Shakes NL East as Dodgers Remain No. 1

After a brutal 9-19 start that cost Rob Thomson his job, the Phillies have gone 38-18 with a +56 run differential since Don Mattingly took over, closing to three games behind the Braves in the NL East as the Dodgers stay No. 1; with Zack Wheeler back, Cristopher Sánchez pitching well, and Harper/Schwarber heating up, Philly looks primed for a late-season push as the front office gears up for a big trade-deadline move ahead of the All-Star Game in Philadelphia.

Braves Put Suarez on IL, Promote Waldrep to Bolster Bullpen
baseball14 days ago

Braves Put Suarez on IL, Promote Waldrep to Bolster Bullpen

The Atlanta Braves placed setup man Robert Suarez on the 15-day injured list with forearm tightness, retroactive to June 23, and recalled Hurston Waldrep from Triple-A Gwinnett to bolster the bullpen. Carlos Carrasco cleared waivers and elected free agency. Suarez is expected to miss the All-Star Break but should return in the second half, and Waldrep is likely to debut as a multi-inning reliever as he builds back up after elbow surgery.

Bart for Stratton: Braves land catching prospect as Pirates bolster bullpen
sports22 days ago

Bart for Stratton: Braves land catching prospect as Pirates bolster bullpen

In a midseason swap, the Atlanta Braves traded reliever Hunter Stratton to the Pittsburgh Pirates for catcher Joey Bart. Atlanta designated Sandy León to clear a 40-man spot; Stratton will report to Triple-A Indianapolis and won’t join the Pirates’ MLB club for now. Bart, on the 10-day injured list with a left-foot infection, is expected to be activated by Atlanta, which will take on Bart’s $2.53 million salary (about $1.3 million remaining) and a 20% luxury-tax overage. The Pirates already rely on Endy Rodríguez as their catcher, with Henry Davis on the roster, while the Braves hope Bart can provide a capable backup behind the dish.

Spencer Strider to Pause Throwing for Four Weeks with Elbow Inflammation
sports25 days ago

Spencer Strider to Pause Throwing for Four Weeks with Elbow Inflammation

An MRI shows no ligament damage in Spencer Strider’s elbow, but the Braves have him shut down from throwing for four weeks due to inflammation. A return timeline will be set after a follow-up MRI and evaluation with Dr. Keith Meister, with potential mound work after the All-Star break and increased innings needs for the Braves in the meantime.

Braves Place Strider on IL, Triggering Rotation Shake-Up
sports27 days ago

Braves Place Strider on IL, Triggering Rotation Shake-Up

The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation after Friday’s start vs. the Mets, and Anthony Molina was recalled from Triple-A in the corresponding roster move. Strider’s 2026 season has been hampered by injuries and had him at a 5.31 ERA through eight starts, with a high walk rate and a velocity around 95 mph, prompting MRI evaluation. With the Braves leading the league at 45-24, the club faces a potential rotation shuffle, with JR Ritchie or Reynaldo López options to take a turn while Hurston Waldrep and others build back up.

Arm soreness shadows Braves’ opener as Strider exits in Mets loss
sports28 days ago

Arm soreness shadows Braves’ opener as Strider exits in Mets loss

The Atlanta Braves lost 7-5 to the New York Mets in the season opener as Spencer Strider left early with right-arm soreness after his velocity dropped, allowing seven runs in just over three innings. JR Ritchie delivered five shutout innings in relief to stabilize the bullpen, but Atlanta’s rally fell short. The defeat extends the Braves’ slide, and Martin Perez is slated to start next game against an unspecified Mets pitcher.