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FanSided's Top 100 MLB Prospects of 2026
Who are the best young players in baseball right now? Our Top 100 MLB prospects ranking stacks the game’s rising stars, weighing their upside, risk and trajectory.Latest Articles

JR Ritchie's Braves debut gem was almost spoiled by two big mistakes
The Atlanta Braves look like they have got a good one in JR Ritchie after a very strong debut, but there are a couple pitches he probably wants back right now.
Michael Harris II exits early against Nationals, interrupting his offensive surge
Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris II was removed as a precaution during the late-innings of Atlanta's game with the Nationals. They say it was precautionary but fans will be holding their breath.
Drake Baldwin's latest hot streak must spur Braves into action before it is too late
If the Atlanta Braves want to get serious and keep Drake Baldwin around for the long haul, they need to act decisively right now before his price gets too high.News




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Braves' injury luck ran out after very unfortunate Raisel Iglesias news
Atlanta Braves closer Raisel Iglesias is going on the IL after he injured his shoulder sleeping. Yes, you read that right.
Ranking the Braves’ most valuable players so far to start the 2026 season
The Atlanta Braves have benefitted from some great performances so far in 2026. Which player has been the most valuable? We rank the most impressive performances so far this season.
Braves may have this significant improvement to thank for their offensive turnaround
The Atlanta Braves offense is thriving in 2026, blending elite power with improved contact and a sharp drop in strikeout rate.
This huge Michael Harris II change should have Braves fans very excited for what is next
The Atlanta Braves are on a roll and some real, tangible improvements from Michael Harris II are a big reason why.
Bryce Elder’s reign of terror has two big obstacles when Braves take on Nationals
This is Bryce Elder's world and we are just living in it, but he faces some tough opposition when the Atlanta Braves take on the Nationals on Monday.
Braves News: Atlanta sweeps Philly, Chris Sale makes history, power rankings climb
The Atlanta Braves are on quite the roll at the moment. Here is the latest news around team coming off an extremely productive weekend.
Braves' theft of Mets pitching coach is compounding New York's early-season woes
The Atlanta Braves pitching staff has been excellent to start the season, thanks to former Mets pitching coach Jeremy Hefner.
Braves' pitching gambit has worked perfectly, but that won't work next time
The Atlanta Braves found a very clever way to keep Martin Perez and still manage their pitching staff the way they wanted. Next time, that won't work.
This key upcoming Braves decision may be huge clue to when team plans to promote Didier Fuentes
The Atlanta Braves face a key NL East stretch as rotation decisions loom. When will they call up top prospect Didier Fuentes to strengthen the staff?
Braves' bench has impressed, but big roster crunch will force difficult cut
With injured Braves close to return, Atlanta is facing a roster crunch, as no one on the bench has any options remaining.
Braves’ series vs. Phillies not only their biggest test so far, but may be major turning point
The Atlanta Braves have a tough test ahead of them against the Phillies in Philadelphia. In a lot of ways, this is the first major turning of the season.
Sean Murphy and Spencer Strider passed first rehab tests, but Braves fans need patience
The Atlanta Braves have reinforcements coming from the injured list in Sean Murphy and Spencer Strider. However, they are still a ways away from returning.
Matt Olson’s Iron Man streak bodes very well for his eventual Hall of Fame case
Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson has given himself a nice boost for the Hall of Fame one day. His Iron Man streak bodes well for the future.
3 Braves players whose hot starts are sustainable, 2 who can't keep this up
There are some Atlanta Braves players who could actually keep their hot starts up...and then there are the ones who can't.
Bryce Elder's impressive start to the 2026 season is eerily familiar
Atlanta Braves starter Bryce Elder has had some great success this season, and it is eerily familiar to his 2023 season.
Dominic Smith's Braves breakout could make this player very expendable
Dominic Smith has emerged as one of the most compelling stories in baseball during the early stages of the 2026 season. Initially viewed as a fringe roster cand
These two Braves relievers have been unsung heroes during Atlanta’s hot start
While the Atlanta Braves have had a number of things go their way at the start of 2026, Tyler Kinley and Dylan Lee deserve more credit than they are getting.
Dominic Smith’s heroics apparently wouldn’t have happened without Braves legend's key advice
The Atlanta Braves have to be thrilled with what they are seeing out of Dominic Smith so far. As it turns out, some great advice from Chipper Jones helped.
Walt Weiss’ legend continues to grow as more stories about the Braves’ manager emerge
Atlanta Braves manager Walt Weiss is a guy you absolutely don't want to mess with, and there are plenty of stories to support that claim.


