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Austin Riley Hits Two Blasts to Extend Streak, Lead Braves Past Blue Jays

During the first week of the 2025 regular season, no Atlanta Braves hitters performed all that well. But it felt as though the key bat the Braves really needed to get going was third baseman Austin Riley.

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Austin Riley (5 RBIs), Grant Holmes lift Braves over Jays

Grant Holmes didn't allow a hit until the sixth inning, Austin Riley hit two home runs and drove in five and the visiting Atlanta Braves defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 8-4 on Monday night.

Angel Perdomo News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14

A’s outright left-hander following DFA

The Athletics announced that Angel Perdomo cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Las Vegas.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 14

Braves balking on Jeff Hoffman deal looks like a mistake

The Braves rotation and lineup should improve with Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuna Jr. returning, but there’s no superstar reliever returning from injury to improve the bullpen.

Spencer Strider News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Braves Announce Roster Move for All-Star Reliever After Spencer Strider News

Spencer Strider is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Braves' rotation Wednesday, April 14 in Toronto. When he takes the mound opposite the

Chris Sale News / Athlon Sports / April 14

38-Million Dollar Star was the 'Worst' Player on the Worst Team in the MLB

When the Atlanta Braves signed Chris Sale to a two-year, $38 million deal this offseason, they weren’t just buying into his pedigree. They were investing in his ability to anchor a rotation, to steady the ship when the waters get rough.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Braves Make Much-Needed Lineup Change Ahead of Toronto Series

With the Atlanta Braves sitting at a dismal 4-11, Atlanta fans have been begging for something to change. While not a major change, the Braves made a tweak to their lineup ahead of Monday’s game at the Toronto Blue Jays, one they hope will make a difference.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 14

The absence of Marcell Ozuna in Braves lineup raises concern

The Braves have been no strangers to injuries since the start of the 2024 campaign, and the latest concerning development surrounds Marcell Ozuna, who is absent from the team’s starting lineup for the series opener in Toronto.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 14

Braves bring B-team lineup against Blue Jays

Marcell Ozuna is off tonight and Stuart Fairchild and White get starts. The Atlanta Braves have struggled this season offensively, there is no denying it.

Craig Kimbrel News / SportsTalkATL / April 14

Braves add Craig Kimbrel to AA roster

Today, the Columbus Clingstones — the Atlanta Braves AA affiliate — announced Craig Kimbrel has been added to their roster. https://twitter.com/GoClingstones/status/1911849844810961400

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 14

MLB Insider Name-Drops Struggling Manager 'Not Getting Fired'

The Atlanta Braves are off to the team's worst start to an MLB season in recent years. Currently 4-11 and having started 0-7, the Braves' issues are clearly visible on both offense as well as defense.

Grant Holmes News / Talking Chop / April 14

Grant Holmes looks to help Braves beat Blue Jays

The Braves need a spark as they bring in Grant Holmes to face off against Easton Lucas and the Blue Jays The Atlanta Braves are facing the Toronto Blue Jays in a matchup of two teams that are defying expectations in opposite ways.

Spencer Strider News / New Baseball Media / April 14

Here’s How Spencer Strider Did in His 2025 Rehab Stint

The Braves will get Spencer Strider back this week, as he’s scheduled to start on April 16. It would mark Strider’s first start in over a calendar year and will return to MLB action after an internal brace, spring work, and almost 14 innings of Minor League baseball.

Alex Anthopoulos News / SportsTalkATL / April 14

Alex Anthopoulos has totally mismanaged the Braves outfield

It’s easy to point the finger when a team is losing, and at 4-11, there are a lot of places for the finger to be pointed within the Braves organization.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 14

Why haven’t the Braves sign David Robertson?

The Braves have a number of issues right now, and at the forefront of those is a bullpen that is on track to be one of the worst in baseball. Atlanta’s relief core currently boasts a 4.44 ERA collectively.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 14

Braves hope to fix their road woes North of the border

Toronto’s gotten off to a pretty solid start. The Braves are still wandering around in the wilderness — especially on the road. Will they figure it out under the roof?

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 14

Braves Activate Bummer, Option Petersen Ahead of Blue Jays Series

The Atlanta Braves announced that they have reinstated left-handed pitcher Aaron Bummer from the major league bereavement list. In a corresponding move, they optioned right-handed pitcher Michael Petersen to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 14

Atlanta Braves Expected to Promote Former Top Prospect Who Signed MiLB Deal This Week

After signing a minor league contract this offseason, outfielder Alex Verdugo is expected to join the Atlanta Braves later this week. Per a report in The Athletic: A Braves official said it was a scheduled lighter work day (on Sunday) for Verdugo after he’d played all 14 innings of a doubleheader Saturday.