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There are a few players in Atlanta that should not get too comfortable with their current squad because it's not likely they are there much longer.
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Chris Sale dominated the Royals, 6-0, as the Braves help create NL East and MLB history on Opening Day weekend.
The Atlanta Braves' 2026 MLB season is underway, and the ball club is looking to play a competitive brand of baseball. While the stars will lead the way, having an X-factor step up would only help them find success.
Ozzie Albies had a strong start to his MLB season, but he also made history for the Atlanta Braves.
The Atlanta Braves wrote (on September 18): “The #Braves today claimed INF Brett Wisely off waivers from the San Francisco Giants and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. To make room on the 40-man roster, Atlanta transferred LHP Aaron Bummer to the 60-day injured list.”
Manager Walt Weiss said Saturday that Murphy (hip) has resumed all baseball activities, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. Weiss added that Murphy could be cleared to begin a minor-league rehab assignment soon if he continues to progress smoothly.
Austin Riley came into the 2026 campaign looking to start fresh. To complement that surgically repaired abdomen, the Atlanta Braves' third baseman is sporting a fresh flow and a beard. A new look for a new year.