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MLB mock draft 2026: Full first-round predictions and compensation picks with expert notes
The latest MLB mock draft shakes things up in the top-10. While Roch Cholowsky and Justin Lebron go to familiar spots, the rest of this draft class is on high alert.Latest Articles

Bryce Elder’s massive turnaround in this particular area is paying off for the Braves
Bryce Elder’s fastball transformation is powering the Braves rotation, as he turns past struggles into elite results with a remarkable pitching turnaround.
This slugging Braves prospect is starting to get deserved attention after recent promotion
The Atlanta Braves have a bunch of interesting position player prospects all of a sudden, with Michael Martinez being the latest name added to the list.
Ronald Acuña Jr.’s declaration after thumb injury tells Braves fans all they need to know
If you ask Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. about whether he will miss any time due to his thumb injury, his feelings are crystal clear.News




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Dominic Smith may need a vacation after wild explosion in Braves' win over the Marlins
Atlanta Braves fans were given quite the treat on Wednesday when Dominic Smith had a night to remember against the Marlins.
What Martin Perez is doing with the Braves really defies logic, but that is okay
It is probably best to not question what Atlanta Braves starter Martin Perez is doing for the team at this point and to just accept it.
Braves make expected outfield swap as Eli White returns from the injured list
The Braves reinstated Eli White from the injured list and designated Jose Azocar for assignment despite Azocar’s strong start in Atlanta.
Predicting the Braves lineup(s) after Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return
The Atlanta Braves surprised pretty much everyone when they activated Ronald Acuña Jr. from the IL early on Monday. Here is what their lineups could look like.
Braves do a complete 180 with surprise Ronald Acuña Jr. decision
The Atlanta Braves changed their mind on Sunday when it comes to Ronald Acuña Jr. ahead of their series against the Marlins.
Braves may want to keep this lineup change even after Ronald Acuña Jr. returns
The Atlanta Braves don't really have any bad lineup choices to make once Ronald Acuña Jr. returns, but one change they already made could, in theory, stick.
Ha-Seong Kim’s lackluster return has Braves’ offseason concern resurfacing
The Atlanta Braves thought that, at minimum, they have solved their shortstop woes in the shortstop. Unfortunately, that does not look to be the case right now.
Braves News: Atlanta's upcoming rotation plans, Eric Hartman praise, MLB power rankings
It was an eventful week and weekend for the Atlanta Braves. Here is a look at some of the stories that you might have missed.
Braves fans finally got breakout performance they were waiting for in romp over Red Sox
The Atlanta Braves have been waiting for this version of Mike Yastrzemski for the entire season. Better late than never.
Braves’ surprise first base pursuit before Matt Olson now feels like a dodged bullet
The Atlanta Braves almost made a horrific mistake after Freddie Freeman's exit from the team. They were considering signing Anthony Rizzo before trading for Matt Olson. It's clear they dodged a bullet.
Looking ahead to the Braves' 2027 payroll situation with eyes on a potential lockout
Atlanta Braves 2027 offseason outlook, roster needs, and payroll flexibility as MLB lockout concerns loom and key decisions approach.
Latest Ronald Acuña Jr. injury update puts Braves star's flaw in the spotlight
The Atlanta Braves need Ronald Acuña Jr. back quickly, but not the version that was playing the first month or so of the 2026 season.
Jayson Stark just summed up the Braves' early-season dominance absolutely perfectly
The 2026 Atlanta Braves have emerged as baseball’s most complete team, earning national praise through a dominant first quarter of the season.
Braves' Austin Riley finally looks like he is starting to figure things out again
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley struggled in the first month of the season, but it seems he has finally turned a corner in May.
Former Braves slugger is showing the pitfalls of a full-time DH with his new team
Most Atlanta Braves fans knew that moving on from Marcell Ozuna was the right call. However, the biggest benefit for the team may be not replacing him at all.
Jason Heyward has a new job and Braves fans are not going to like where it is
Atlanta Braves fans remember Jason Heyward well. Unfortunately, his time with the Braves was rather short and now he is helping the enemy.
Braves navigated brutal schedule stretch beautifully, but a different challenge now looms
The Atlanta Braves have finally gotten past one of the most brutal parts of their 2026 schedule. However, a different sort of test is up next.
This Braves platoon bat’s hot start is giving Atlanta some tough trade choices to make
The Atlanta Braves have a great problem to have as they have too many good options, but one player in particular making upcoming decisions tough.
Latest 2026 mock drafts have the Braves as one of the biggest draft wild cards
The Atlanta Braves have a ton of options available to them in the 2026 MLB Draft and at the moment, they seem to be entertaining a number of strategies.


