Gio Urshela News/ Talking Chop / August 21
Atlanta adds Gio Urshela, Reynaldo López shoves, and more 
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday. The Atlanta Braves announced a flurry of roster moves ahead of Tuesday night’s NL East showdown with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Marcell Ozuna News/ Field Level Media / August 20
Marcell Ozuna, Braves take opener against Phillies
Marcell Ozuna led off the sixth inning with a tiebreaking home run, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 3-1 win over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies in the opener of a three-game series.
MLB News/ Talking Chop / August 20
Great pitching continues to keep Braves alive in 3-1 win over Phillies
Reynaldo López, Grant Holmes, Joe Jiménez and Raisel Iglesias all deserve a big, juicy steak dinner tonight. Reynaldo López's return to the mound was a successful one, as he pitched five innings while striking out ten batters and only giving up one run.
Atlanta Braves News/ SportsTalkATL / August 20
Brian Snitker addresses the Braves difficult truth
The term “next man up” is a common phrase that has been used by every sports organization that has ever existed. When one guy goes down, the rest of the team has to produce a little extra.
Jorge Soler News/ SportsTalkATL / August 20
Jorge Soler not expected back against Phillies
About a week ago, Jorge Soler left a game against the Giants early with hamstring tightness. It was initially ruled precautionary, but as Braves fans have found out the hard way this season, nothing is as innocent as it sounds.
A.J. Minter News/ SportsTalkATL / August 20
Have we seen the last of A.J. Minter in a Braves uniform?
Seemingly nothing has gone right for the Braves in 2024, especially on the injury front, which was highlighted again yesterday as it was revealed Austin Riley will miss the rest of the regular season with a fractured wrist.
MLB News/ Talking Chop / August 20
Reynaldo López returns to the mound as Braves face off with Phillies
The big man is back and he couldn't have come back at a better time. Following what turned out to be a productive (if, once again, costly) road trip out West, the Atlanta Braves are now back home and will be put to the test as the NL East-leading Philadelphia Phillies are coming to town to start a three-game series.
Atlanta Braves News/ Talking Chop / August 20
The Braves bullpen is excellent
With yet another major injury to a star player in the lineup, Atlanta will need their pitching to be great down the stretch. Here’s why you can have faith that the bullpen will do their part.
Chris Sale News/ CBSSports.com / August 20
Cy Young Watch: Can Chris Sale finally win? Will innings concerns affect AL race? Plus more to keep an eye on
There's a clear favorite for the Cy Young in each league, but can they hold it?
Max Fried News/ Sporting News / August 20
Braves could target Guardians ace in free agency to replace Max Fried
The Atlanta Braves could make a big splash this offseason.
Atlanta Braves News/ Sporting News / August 20
Braves surprisingly working out 40-year-old former batting champ at third base
The Atlanta Braves are desperate for help at the hot corner, and according to reports, they are working out a 40-year-old minor leaguer at a position he hasn't played in years.
MLB News/ Sporting News / August 20
Braves land ex-Yankees slugger to fill biggest roster hole, per insider
The Atlanta Braves certainly aren't giving up on the 2024 Major League Baseball season and made yet another move on Tuesday.
Austin Riley News/ SportsTalkATL / August 20
Braves preparing another backup plan in wake of Austin Riley injury
The Braves are in a tight spot following the injury to Austin Riley. With no inspiring replacement on the major league roster, Alex Anthopoulos is picking from other teams’ scraps and came away with Gio Urshela, who was just DFA’d by the Tigers.
MLB News/ Action Network / August 20
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves MLB prediction, pick, odds for 8/20
Action Network's Cody Goggin provides his Phillies vs. Braves prediction, including a pick and MLB odds for Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Phillies, Braves gear up for massive NL East showdown
Braves set to face Phillies as injuries continue to mount
Lack of dominant team will make MLB pennant races, playoffs wide open
Atlanta Braves News/ Atlanta Braves on SI / August 20
Braves Set to Begin Crucial Stretch With NL East Title on the Line
If the Atlanta Braves plan to extend their consecutive National League East title streak to seven, it's put up or shut up time. On Tuesday night, the Braves will begin a 13-day stretch where they will play 10 contests against clubs currently in playoff positioning.
Austin Riley News/ Last Word On Sports / August 20
Braves Sign Veteran Infielder Following Season Ending Injury To Austin Riley
The veteran has spent most of the season with the Detroit Tigers after signing a one-year deal with the team in free agency. However, Detriot designated and released the struggling Urshela last week in favor of younger players with higher upside.
Atlanta Braves News/ SportsTalkATL / August 20
Braves shuffle up roster ahead of series with the Phillies
With Austin Riley going down for the season, roster moves were bound to happen ahead of the Braves NL East showdown with the Philadelphia Phillies. Most notably, the club signed Gio Urshela to replace Riley at third base.
Atlanta Braves News/ Yardbarker / August 19
Atlanta Braves' playoff push nothing short of miraculous
Atlanta has had its Opening Day lineup on the diamond at the same time exactly once this season — on Opening Day. Fifty-two different players have appeared in at least one game for the Braves this season, including 27 different pitchers.
Phillies, Braves gear up for massive NL East showdown
Braves two-time All-Star diagnosed with fractured hand
Braves May Have Hit Breaking Point
Looking back at the greatest MLB teams of the 00s
The 'Atlanta Braves all-time strikeouts leaders' quiz
Hank Aaron News/ Atlanta Braves on SI / August 19
Buyer Beware: Atlanta Braves Attempting to Halt Hank Aaron Memorabilia Auction
The Atlanta Braves sent a cease and desist letter to an auction house on Friday in order to halt an auction for Hank Aaron Memorabilia. According to the
MLB News/ Yardbarker / August 19
Phillies, Braves gear up for massive NL East showdown
Entering play Monday, the Philadelphia Phillies lead the Atlanta Braves by seven games in the NL East. With plenty at stake, the teams will begin a three-game series in Atlanta on Tuesday night.
Atlanta's playoff push is nothing short of miraculous right now
Guardians' conservative deadline could cost them a division title
Yankees star shares wholesome encounter with young superfan
Staten Island coach took issue with N.Y. slugger at Little League Classic
Insider argues Mets star is underrated
Atlanta Braves News/ MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Braves two-time All-Star diagnosed with fractured hand
With just under six weeks remaining on the regular-season schedule, it could very well prove to be a season-ending injury for the two-time All-Star.
Astros righty Luis Garcia will not return to team this season
...but shares big news on ace pitcher
Two-time Cy Young winner is set to begin his rehab assignment
Pirates place Ke'Bryan Hayes on IL
Diamondbacks suffer blow as standout 2B goes on injured list
Atlanta Braves News/ Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'MLB strikeout season leaders' quiz
How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?
