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The latest MLB Power Rankings highlight the Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies on the rise, while the New York Mets trend in the opposite direction.Latest Articles

Recent All-Star voting update shows Matt Olson is about to get screwed
Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson has been one of the best players in baseball this season. Unfortunately, the All-Star voting this year isn't showing it.
Braves beat writer's bold trade deadline strategy goes too far, ignores market headwinds
Beat writer Jesús Cano of The Athletic made a call for the Atlanta Braves to go all in this trade deadline. However, Anthopoulos needs to remain patient.
Braves Injury Update: AJSS begins rehab stint, Acuña Jr. and Schwellenbach return timelines
Catch up on some of the latest Atlanta Braves injury updates, including news on AJ Smith-Shawver, Spencer Schwellenbach, and Ronald Acuna Jr.News




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MLB power rankings don’t punish Braves too much, but came with obvious warning
The Atlanta Braves are in the middle of a terrible stretch right now. For the moment, it doesn't appear as though experts are punishing them for it too much.
Chris Sale's lack of run support paints all too familiar (and haunting) picture for Braves
The run support Chris Sale is getting in 2026 from the Atlanta Braves offense has been dreadful. In fact, it's falling so fast that fans are having flashbacks.
Braves fans shouldn't anticipate a Bryce Elder bounce back anytime soon
For those Atlanta Braves fans that think that Bryce Elder will regain his form from earlier in the season, you may want to brace for disappointment.
Braves insider just hinted at wild Spencer Strider pivot (and he may be right)
Spencer Strider may or may not return to the Atlanta Braves in 2026. Whenever he returns, his role on the team is likely to change.
Braves' bullpen strategy makes sense on paper, but not with front office's roster choices
The June struggles continue for the Atlanta Braves, and its because they refuse to lean on their bullpen instead of the weak group of starting pitchers.
Bizarre Bryce Elder stat could lead Braves to trying to tire him out more (no seriously)
Bryce Elder's recent decline is deeply upset, but the Atlanta Braves' plan to help get him back may sound a bit unorthodox until you look at the numbers.
Dansby Swanson's comments on Braves-Mets rivalry are all too real
Dansby Swanson looks back at the best rivalry moments of his career, including the epic 2022 Braves-Mets series finale.
Braves get brutal Robert Suarez injury update, but welcome back 2025 breakout arm
The Atlanta Braves got some tough news on Robert Suarez on Friday, but at least it did come with some help for their ailing rotation.
Braves dominate early All-Star voting, but keeping fan enthusiasm up may be a challenge
If the Atlanta Braves want to take over the All-Star Game like it looks like they could, they would do well to help their own cause.
Mets firing and downward spiral should make Braves feel better during nightmarish stretch
The Atlanta Braves are not having a good time right now. However, the division-rival Mets are in a far worse spot and their latest firing proves it.
Braves insider offers explanation for Ha-Seong Kim’s struggles, but it doesn’t explain enough
The Atlanta Braves are probably having some buyer's remorse when it comes to Ha-Seong Kim, and there isn't an easy solution.
Timing of Braves' Reynaldo López decision is odd and possibly problematic
The Atlanta Braves made their choice with how to handle their rotation in the short-term, but the merits of that choice with Reynaldo Lopez are questionable.
Braves’ season could hinge on Hurston Waldrep's successful return to big league rotation
The Atlanta Braves have a very obvious weakness in their rotation at the moment. Among their internal options, Hurston Waldrep can do the most good.
Braves' explanation of baffling bullpen decisions does not pass the smell test
After back-and-forth battle between the Atlanta Braves and the Padres finally looked to be in a position that favored the Braves in the late innings.
Austin Riley’s steep decline is oddly similar to another former Braves star’s collapse
While Austin Riley's decline has been painful for Atlanta Braves fans to watch, it shouldn't be completely unfamiliar to them.
Braves' latest roster move brings much-needed pitching change and Tyler Kinley's return
The Atlanta Braves swapped their pitching staff around a bit after Tyler Kinley was activated from the injured list, but it did cost a young arm his spot.
Walt Weiss' comments on Robert Suarez's arm health should have the Braves spooked
The Atlanta Braves just cannot catch a break lately as they are now having to work around another injury, this time to top reliever Robert Suarez.
Breaking down a potential Braves extension for Mauricio Dubon that actually makes sense
Atlanta Braves utility man Mauricio Dubon has been everything the team hoped he would be. He's played so well, a contract extension seems like the right move.
Braves' offensive swoon could (and maybe should) put this embattled coach on hot seat
The Atlanta Braves' offense is not in a good place right now. In fact, it might be time to start wondering if a change in the coaching staff may be in order.


