In an absolute shocker, Braves manager Brian Snitker has announced that veteran left-hander Chris Sale will start on Opening Day at San Diego, per multiple reports. It will be Sale’s first Opening Day start for Atlanta in his second year with the team. However, he has experience in this role with five career Opening Day starts under his belt in his 15-year career (three with … [Read more...] about No Surprise As Braves Announce Opening Day Starter
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 baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos has kept exact return dates under wraps, sources including MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, indicate that right-hander Spencer Strider is tracking toward a late April return to the rotation. Strider … [Read more...] about Spencer Strider on Track to Rejoin Braves Rotation in April
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. Several surprising contributions fueled an excellent season that saw Atlanta finish third in MLB in starting pitching ERA. However, the Braves must replace 59 starts from last year following the departures of veterans Charlie … [Read more...] about Braves Back-End Starters Impress in Preseason Action
Taking Stock of the Braves’ Outfield Situation
When fully healthy, the Atlanta Braves outfield should be one of the biggest strengths of the team. Furthermore, it has the makings of one of the best in all of baseball. This will have to wait, however, as superstar Ronald Acuña Jr. won’t make his season debut until late April or May. Profar Has A Wrist Injury, But Appears To Be Fine Left fielder Jurickson Profar, who was … [Read more...] about Taking Stock of the Braves’ Outfield Situation
Braves Weigh Catcher Additions, Former All-Star in the Mix
The Atlanta Braves will be without catcher Sean Murphy, who is expected to miss four to six weeks after suffering a rib injury. With Murphy and Chadwick Tromp the only catchers on the 40-man roster, Atlanta faces a decision ahead of Opening Day. According Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the Braves are considering bringing in one of two catchers—Yasmani Grandal or James McCann. … [Read more...] about Braves Weigh Catcher Additions, Former All-Star in the Mix