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Carrasco Elects Free Agency After Braves Outright Assignment

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RosterATLJun 1, 7:28 PM EDT

Carrasco Elects Free Agency After Braves Outright Assignment

The veteran righty cleared waivers and chose free agency over a Triple-A assignment, but a quick return to Atlanta on a new deal is considered likely.

The Braves outrighted Carlos Carrasco to Triple-A Gwinnett after he went unclaimed on waivers. Carrasco exercised his right to reject the assignment and elected free agency. This is the fourth time Atlanta has designated him for assignment since last August, with Carrasco returning on minor league deals each time. His camp is expected to negotiate a new minor league pact, potentially securing improved contract terms such as updated opt-out dates or a salary bump.

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Acuña Erupts for 5 HRs in Last 4 Games After Slow Start

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NewsATLJun 1, 3:20 PM EDT

Acuña Erupts for 5 HRs in Last 4 Games After Slow Start

After missing time due to injury and struggling at the plate early, Acuña has suddenly caught fire with a four-game home run streak.

Ronald Acuña Jr. managed just two home runs across his first 42 games this season while also missing time due to injury. He has since hit five home runs over his last four games. The Braves have remained the top team in baseball even during Acuña's slow stretch. His resurgence represents a significant offensive upgrade for Atlanta's lineup.

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Carrasco Outrighted to Triple-A After Clearing Waivers

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RosterATLJun 1, 11:53 AM EDT

Carrasco Outrighted to Triple-A After Clearing Waivers

Atlanta's 39-year-old righty went unclaimed and is headed to Gwinnett, though he retains the right to elect free agency and likely returns on a new deal.

The Braves officially outrighted Carlos Carrasco to Triple-A Gwinnett after he cleared waivers unclaimed. Carrasco has the option to reject the assignment and become a free agent, a move that could allow his camp to negotiate improved terms on a new minor league contract. This is the fourth time Atlanta has designated him for assignment since last August, and he has returned each time. In limited MLB action this season, the veteran righty has posted solid results over 7.1 innings.

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LineupATLMay 31, 10:52 AM EDT

Ha-Seong Kim back in Atlanta's lineup for Cincinnati series finale

Kim ends a three-game absence and slots back into the 8-hole at short, while Jorge Mateo shifts to DH to keep his hot bat active.

Ha-Seong Kim returns to the Braves starting lineup Sunday after missing three games, batting eighth and playing shortstop against Cincinnati. Kim has struggled significantly since returning from the IL, hitting .095 with no extra-base hits in 12 games. Jorge Mateo, who filled in at short during Kim's absence, moves to DH to keep his bat in the lineup after going 6-for-16 with four RBIs and three homers in recent games.

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LineupATLMay 31, 10:21 AM EDT

Strider Takes the Mound as Braves Chase Reds Sweep

Atlanta sends Spencer Strider to the hill Sunday looking to complete a series sweep in Cincinnati and go 5-1 on their road trip.

The Atlanta Braves will start Spencer Strider in Sunday's 1:40 p.m. EDT series finale against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ballpark. Strider enters at 3-0 with a 3.46 ERA after a rough season debut at Colorado. He has allowed three or fewer runs in each of his last four starts, covering five-plus innings each time. The Braves are seeking a sweep to cap a 5-1 road trip, having already become the first team to reach 40 wins this season.

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InjuryATLMay 31, 12:01 AM EDT

Acuña Back to Full Health and MVP Form for Braves

After missing time earlier in 2026, Ronald Acuña Jr. appears fully healthy and is performing at an elite level for Atlanta.

Ronald Acuña Jr. missed time earlier in the 2026 season but is now described as healthy and performing at MVP caliber. He hit a home run against the Reds on May 30. The Braves have reached 40 wins despite the earlier absence. His return to full form is a significant boost for Atlanta's October outlook.

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Perez Takes Mound for Braves in HR-Friendly Cincinnati

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NewsATLMay 30, 2:00 PM EDT

Perez Takes Mound for Braves in HR-Friendly Cincinnati

Atlanta's Martin Perez brings strong 2026 numbers into a hitter-friendly park as the Braves look to take the series vs the Reds.

Martin Perez starts for Atlanta in Cincinnati with a 3.83 FIP and 3.80 xFIP across 46.2 innings at age 35. He uses a five-pitch mix of slower pitches with solid movement, holding down the fifth starter role effectively. Great American Ball Park ranks as a top-5 offense-friendly venue with a particular tendency to inflate home run totals, posing elevated risk for any starter.

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RosterATLMay 30, 7:46 AM EDT

Braves DFA Carrasco (3rd Time) and Recall Molina

Atlanta designated Carlos Carrasco for assignment again — his third DFA of 2026 — while bringing up Anthony Molina from the minors.

The Atlanta Braves officially designated RHP Carlos Carrasco for assignment on May 29, 2026, marking the third time this season he has received that designation. The club simultaneously recalled RHP Anthony Molina to the active roster. Molina has pitched two scoreless, hitless innings for Atlanta at the MLB level this season, with additional work in the minors spanning 30 innings. Carrasco is expected to re-sign with the organization on a minor league deal based on the pattern established by his previous DFA stints.

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LineupATLMay 29, 3:15 PM EDT

Jorge Mateo Returns to Braves Lineup

Atlanta Braves shortstop Jorge Mateo is back in the starting lineup after previously being out.

Jorge Mateo has been reinstated into the Atlanta Braves lineup. The Braves have been inconsistent offensively, alternating between high-scoring games and shutouts, though they rank second in MLB in total runs scored. Mateo's return adds depth to a lineup set to face Chris Paddack, who carries a 6.86 ERA.

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NewsATLMay 29, 2:00 PM EDT

Holmes vs. Paddack: Braves Offense Targets Struggling Reds Starter

Atlanta brings a potent lineup to Cincinnati against a Reds pitcher yet to record a win and carrying a 6.86 ERA.

The Braves head to Cincinnati after a high-scoring series against Boston. Grant Holmes takes the mound with a 3.78 ERA but has shown vulnerability when facing lineups a third time. Chris Paddack has not earned a win this season and owns a 6.86 ERA. Atlanta's bullpen arm Didier Fuentes is expected to be available as a follow-up option given Holmes's noted third-time-through struggles.

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RosterATLMay 29, 12:17 PM EDT

Braves DFA Carrasco Again, Recall Molina from Triple-A

Atlanta designated veteran righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment for the fourth time since August, opening a roster spot for Anthony Molina.

The Braves officially designated 39-year-old righty Carlos Carrasco for assignment on Friday, marking the fourth such move since last August. Carrasco has cleared waivers each prior time, elected free agency, and re-signed with Atlanta on minor league deals. Righty Anthony Molina was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to fill the vacated roster spot. The arrangement reflects a growing league-wide trend of teams cycling veteran arms as a de facto 41st roster man.

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Braves News: Braves re-signed OF José Azócar to a minor league deal;...

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NewsATLMay 26, 8:00 PM EDT

Braves News: Braves re-signed OF José Azócar to a minor league deal; assigned to Triple-A Gwi...

Braves re-signed OF José Azócar to a minor league deal; assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett as outfield depth with speed/defense profile.

Posterior is tracking this as a source-linked MLB update. Braves re-signed OF José Azócar to a minor league deal; assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett as outfield depth with speed/defense profile. The item is attributed to Mlbtraderumors; monitor team and league channels for confirmation before treating it as final.

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