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Report: Braves Top Prospect Gets Through Allergy Scare

Two days after being scratched from his start on Wednesday due to an allergic reaction, Atlanta Braves top prospect Drake Baldwin is reported to be OK.

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Which pitcher did you hate to watch?

Good pitching is symphonic; bad pitching is a trip to the dentist. The Braves have had back-to-back days with horrendous pitching performances in Spring Training at this point.

Sean Newcomb News / SportsTalkATL / March 14

A former Braves top prospect thriving for Red Sox in Spring Training

Here’s a little blast from the past. Former Braves top prospect Sean Newcomb received an invite to Spring Training from the Boston Red Sox. The lumbering lefty last pitched in Atlanta in 2022 after a really promising start to his career.

Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / March 14

2025 Atlanta Braves O/U: Why the Braves Will Likely Hit Below the Under

In 2024, the Atlanta Braves limped to 89-73 after a season ridden with injuries and bad performances. The Braves unfortunately finished their 2024 season by being murdered by the San Diego Padres in the NL Wild Card.

Matt Olson News / Talking Chop / March 14

This Day in Braves History: Braves trade for Matt Olson

Olson’s arrival in Atlanta coincides with a franchise hero’s exit. 1954: Hank Aaron makes his first spring training start for the Milwaukee Braves in an exhibition game against the Boston Red Sox.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / March 14

Can you guess this Braves second baseman in today’s in-5 trivia game?

Think you can figure out what Braves player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. We’re back for another day of the Battery Power in-5 daily trivia game.

Charles LeBlanc News / Talking Chop / March 14

Charles Leblanc reassigned, bullpen struggles, and more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. The Atlanta Braves made another camp cut, and the most recent victim was infielder Charles Leblanc, who was reassigned to minor league camp.

Whit Merrifield News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Whit Merrifield's future with the Braves remains uncertain

After a strong season with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2023 Whit Merrifield took a place in the Phillies’ clubhouse for 2024 Spring Training. Philadelphia hoped that he would become a key utility player for them.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Where the Atlanta Braves stand with two weeks remaining until Opening Day

It seems like just yesterday that we were begging for the return of baseball. Yet, in the blink of an eye, Spring Training is nearly over and we’re discussing Opening Day.

Jurickson Profar News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Atlanta Braves' Jurickson Profar Injury Update

After a CT scan revealed nothing more than a bone bruise in the left wrist, the Braves are expecting left fielder Jurickson Profar to be ready for Opening Day.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / March 13

Braves assert offensive dominance with 13-5 victory over Orioles

The Atlanta Braves have played a dominant offensive game during this season’s Spring Training. From the outside it is difficult to tell that they were a team on the mend, recovering still from countless injuries that plagued their organization last season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 13

Positive Notes From Atlanta Braves Loss to Phillies

The Atlanta Braves head back to North Port, Fla., after taking a beating against the rival Philadelphia Phillies, 16-9. Most can have a sigh of relief knowing that this is not the team that will take the field at Truist Park on Opening Day. That being said, there are still some positives to take away from this loss.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 13

Braves’ Brian Snitker reveals ‘biggest thing’ for potential Spencer Strider replacement

After injuries derailed their 2024 season, the Atlanta Braves hope to bounce back in 2025. Injuries have already presented themselves during spring training, but manager Brian Snitker will have to count on pitcher Ian Anderson in Spencer Strider’s absence from the mound.

Spencer Strider News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Huge report on the return dates for Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr.

As the season approaches, there’s a growing belief that the reason for the Braves’ quiet offseason is due to their confidence in Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider being ahead of schedule in their respective recoveries, even if Alex Anthopoulos likes to keep those sorts of things close to the vest.

Spencer Strider News / Last Word On Sports / March 13

Spencer Strider on Track to Rejoin Braves Rotation in April

The Atlanta Braves are anticipating key reinforcements in the coming weeks, with a clearer timeline emerging for their injured stars. While president of

Orlando Arcia News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Could Orlando Arcia’s job be in jeapordy?

The Braves were shockingly quiet this offseason, failing to address several of their needs. Both the starting rotation and bullpen will be relying on unproven guys, and shortstop remains the club’s most glaring weakness.

Charles LeBlanc News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 13

Braves Make Roster Move With Former Rival's Infielder

Infielder Charles Leblanc received his second chance in the MLB with the Los Angeles Angels last season. But his next shot in the big leagues will have to wait.

Ian Anderson News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Has Ian Anderson done enough to make Braves Opening Day roster?

With Max Fried and Charlie Morton departing in free agency, combined with Spencer Strider‘s injury, the Braves have had an open competition among internal candidates for the final two spots on the Opening Day roster.

Sean Murphy News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 13

Braves Predicted to Replace Injured Sean Murphy With Former All-Star

The Atlanta Braves were reportedly unable to sign veteran catcher Yasmani Grandal. But that doesn't mean the Braves will give up on the veteran catcher market entirely.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

Braves Back-End Starters Impress in Preseason Action

The Atlanta Braves starting pitching staff performed remarkably well in 2024, especially considering they lost ace Spencer Strider to injury in mid-April.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 12

Yankees scouring free-agent scraps for right-handed bat

Yankees scouring free-agent scraps for a right-handed bat

The injury bug has hammered the New York Yankees during spring training.

Why the Yankees should make a deal for Luis Robert Jr.

Max Fried gives bold answer on being Yankees' de facto ace

Yankees not likely to make an external rotation addition

MLB stadiums of yesteryear we wish were still around

The 'Highest-paid player for every MLB team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / March 12

Will Depth Be an Issue for the Braves in 2025?

The Atlanta Braves entered spring training with health at the forefront of their minds. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider are both on track to return by early May, and after a slight scare in camp, Jurickson Profar avoided a major injury and should be ready for Opening Day.

Yasmani Grandal News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 10

Free-agent catcher reportedly turned down past offer from Braves

According to reporter Francys Romero, the Braves made an offer to free agent catcher Yasmani Grandal “about a month ago.” Needless to say, Grandal, who remains unsigned, turned down the proposed deal.

Jurickson Profar News / Yardbarker / March 9