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Chris Sale pitched the Braves' first complete-game shutout since 2019, going the distance in a 1-0 win that completed Atlanta's series sweep of the Dodgers as Drake Baldwin homered for the lone run; with an update on reliever Robert Suarez, a minor-league recap, and a note that the Rockies visit Truist Park next.
The Braves fell 8-5 to the Mets in a rough start to a challenging stretch, Bryce Elder struggled in the first inning, Strider and Waldrep are starting throwing exercises but are not expected to contribute this season, and Mauricio Dubón earned the Heart & Hustle Award as Atlanta looks ahead to a Diamondbacks visit.
The Atlanta Braves stretched their winning streak to eight with an 11-3 win over the Miami Marlins, aided by a solid start from Martín Pérez and a 14-hit night to complete the sweep and reach 70 wins on the year; the piece also notes Eric Hartman’s emergence as one of the youngest players with a 20 HR, 40 SB season and links to minor-league notes and post-deadline chatter.
Atlanta Braves’ trade deadline day was chaotic, but they did not address the big need in the rotation, leaving the issue to be solved from within, even as Murphy and Kim returned and Chris Sale earned NL Pitcher of the Month, prompting mixed reactions from Braves fans.
The Braves kicked off the trade deadline by acquiring Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from the Royals in exchange for two pitching prospects, giving Thomas a left-handed platoon/outfield role and Falter a potential bullpen or rotation option with premium fastball upside but limited secondary-pitch development. In other news, Reynaldo Lopez was scratched with a knee injury and is headed to the IL, JR Ritchie will start, AJ Gracia is expected to have season-ending surgery, and Elieser Hernandez was DFA’d again; Martin Perez delivered a strong 8-3 win over the Nationals as part of a slate of Braves notes and MLB-wide deadline movement.
Ronald Acuña Jr., sidelined by a left hamstring injury, may return on Monday after rehab games with Gwinnett, with activation likely coming against the New York Mets rather than this weekend’s Orioles series.
The Braves opened the 2026 MLB Draft by drafting ninth overall AJ Gracia on underslot terms to maximize bonus pool savings, then added toolsy outfielder Carter Beck via a Prospect Promotion Incentive, before going big with high-upside overslot prep pitchers Kaiden McCarthy and Jensen Hirschkorn and adding Cole Dennis in the fourth round, a plan that spreads money across the draft to bolster both floor and ceiling and strengthen pitching depth for the farm system.
Braves injury updates bring both relief and caution: Drake Baldwin returns from a four-week oblique strain, while Spencer Strider will be shut down for four weeks and begin a rehab plan rather than requiring surgery. Austin Wynns was outrighted to Triple-A in Baldwin’s return, and Ronald Acuña Jr., Baldwin, and Ozzie Albies are projected NL All-Star starters as Atlanta looks ahead to a Brewers series and notes Carrasco’s return to the organization.
Braves went 1-4 in a rough week as Spencer Strider is set to meet with the same doctor who repaired his elbow, adding to starting-pitching concerns alongside Bryce Elder’s regression; meanwhile, Drake Baldwin and Eric Hartman homered in the minors during rehab, and Boston-Milwaukee notes about Cooper Pratt and other games surface.
The Braves stand 40-19, the first team to reach 40 wins, even while dealing with injuries to key players; Ronald Acuña Jr. is back at MVP level, fueling a 5-2 win over the Reds as Atlanta’s depth reasserts itself with pitchers Schwellenbach, Waldrep and Smith-Shawver nearing health. With Baldwin’s return on the horizon and Kim/Riley gradually finding form, the team looks dangerous in October if health cooperates. The recap also notes MLB updates: Munetaka Murikami’s hamstring strain, Jarred Kelenic’s free-agent status after DFA, and Luis Severino’s shoulder strain on the A’s IL.
Chadwick Tromp delivered his first career walk-off with an 11th-inning single to lift the Braves to a 5-4 win over the Nationals, a timely moment as Atlanta nurses injuries to its catchers. The piece also includes a mini deep dive into Dylan Dodd’s arsenal and notes on Braves minor leaguers and other MLB updates.
Braves catcher Sean Murphy was placed on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left middle finger and is expected to miss at least two months, with Walt Weiss outlining the timeline. Veteran Sandy León returns to back up Drake Baldwin, and outfielder José Azócar re joins the majors after DFA’ing and signing a new minor-league contract. Jim Jarvis was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett in a corresponding move, as Ha-Seong Kim’s return helped facilitate the roster shuffle.
Ronald Acuña Jr. exited Saturday’s game with a left hamstring injury and will receive an MRI, forcing Atlanta to lean on the lineup while he heals. Matt Olson’s torrid start anchors the offense as Austin Riley steps in; GM Alex Anthopoulos discussed the team’s tight-knit locker room during a recent interview. The Braves also recalled Carlos Carrasco and optioned Anthony Molina, and Chris Sale powered a 9-1 win at Coors, with Bryce Elder continuing a strong season. MLB notes include Lars Nootbar’s rehab and other league moves.
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.
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.