In the early stages of the regular season, the Atlanta Braves found themselves at the center of controversy due to a questionable call made by home plate umpire Bruce Dreckman. During Saturday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Dreckman’s decision on a pivotal 2-2 pitch from Braves pitcher Max Fried significantly impacted the outcome of the…
The Atlanta Braves have recently made a minor league free agent signing, as confirmed by the team’s transactions log. They’ve added right-handed pitcher Tyree Thompson to their roster. Thompson entered free agency on November 6 after last season and was picked up by the Braves on a minor league contract on March 17. During the…
The Philadelphia Phillies boast a roster that places them squarely in discussions about the World Series, fueled by their recent appearances in back-to-back NLCS and a trip to the World Series just two years prior. With a bolstered lineup, the Phillies aim to reclaim their former glory this season, although they face stiff competition from…
The Philadelphia Phillies are set to host the divisional rivals Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park on Thursday, March 28, marking the commencement of the 2024 season. Here’s our updated take on what the opening day lineup might look like under manager Rob Thomson’s guidance. 1. Kyle Schwarber, Designated Hitter (DH): Despite Schwarber’s unconventional leadoff…
Atlanta Braves supporters can breathe a sigh of relief regarding the condition of Ronald Acuña Jr. The team disclosed on Tuesday that Acuña, the reigning NL MVP, recently consulted with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who confirmed that Acuña is experiencing irritation in the meniscus of his right knee. Acuña is now slated to gradually ramp up…
With March in full swing and Spring Training underway, the echoes of the Texas Rangers’ World Series victory four months ago linger, setting the stage for the upcoming regular season. Amidst this anticipation, discussions surrounding the MLB postseason format resurface once more. During an appearance on the Foul Territory show with Scott Braun, Todd Frazier,…
In North Port, Florida, Ian Anderson faces a pivotal juncture in his career as he recuperates from Tommy John surgery with aspirations of rejoining the Atlanta Braves rotation this summer. At 26, he finds himself amid a group of former first-round Draft picks, including Kyle Wright and Michael Soroka, who have been sidelined from the…
The Braves typically refrain from making big splashes in free agency. Since Alex Anthopoulos assumed the role of general manager in 2017, the largest contract they’ve offered was a four-year, $65 million deal to Marcell Ozuna, who was already with the team. However, they deviated from their usual approach this offseason by making a concerted…
The Atlanta Braves have seen numerous changes in jersey numbers, reflecting both player transitions and new arrivals for the 2024 season. Let’s delve into these alterations: **Returning Players with New Numbers:** 1. **AJ Smith-Shawver** has opted for #32 (formerly #62), a typical move for pitchers seeking a lower number after their rookie year. 2. **Darius…