Atlanta Braves News & Updates

March 21, 2026

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Ronald Acuña Jr. rolled into camp with a triumphant smile, reveling in his World Baseball Classic victory over Ozzie Albies, who humorously donned a Venezuela jersey as a result of a bet. Meanwhile, Didier Fuentes is turning heads this spring, drawing comparisons to Spencer Strider as he vies for a rotation spot, showcasing a two-pitch mix that has the coaching staff buzzing. In roster news, the Braves have added Rowdy Tellez on a minor league deal, aiming to bolster their first base depth as he seeks to revive his career after a lackluster season. As the bats come alive,highlighted by Austin Riley's impressive homers,fans can feel the excitement brewing, even as the team grapples with the financial implications of Jurickson Profar's suspension. This spring is not just about wins, but about building a competitive roster.

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A Classic swap: Acuña updates Albies' wardrobe after Venezuela's title

A Classic swap: Acuña updates Albies' wardrobe after Venezuela's title

NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Ronald Acuña Jr. returned to Braves camp beaming with pride and looking forward to seeing his longtime teammate and World Baseball Classic opponent Ozzie Albies wearing a Venezuela jersey. “I lost a bet,” a smiling Albies said as he walked across the Braves' clubhouse with Acuna’s

Fuentes drawing comps to Strider in quest for rotation spot

Fuentes drawing comps to Strider in quest for rotation spot

NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Didier Fuentes’ incredible Grapefruit League season has conjured memories of when the Braves saw enough of Spencer Strider's overpowering two-pitch mix in Spring Training to place him on their 2022 Opening Day roster. “There's some parallels there,” Braves manager Walt Weiss said. "For sure. The way

Braves News: Rowdy Tellez signing, roster cuts, and more

Braves News: Rowdy Tellez signing, roster cuts, and more

It was reported Friday evening that the Atlanta Braves inked a minor league deal with first baseman Rowdy Tellez. The 31-year-old is set to enter his ninth MLB season. He split the 2025 campaign between the Seattle Mariners and Texas Rangers, where he combined for a .228 batting average. In his career, Tellez owns a […]

Austin Riley homers again as Braves continue to ramp up in spring training

Austin Riley homers again as Braves continue to ramp up in spring training

Atlanta’s bats continued to make some noise here in the Grapefruit League as the Braves slugged their way to yet another win during spring training action. It took a while for the bats to get going but once they did, a couple of the Braves regular made their presence felt in a loud manner. Jorge […]

Braves, Rowdy Tellez Agree To Minor League Deal

Braves, Rowdy Tellez Agree To Minor League Deal

The Braves are signing first baseman Rowdy Tellez to a minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News reports that the Primo Sports Group client would earn a $1.25MM base salary if he secures a spot on the MLB roster. Atlanta only has four Spring Training games […]

Braves finally get much needed payroll clarity after Jurickson Profar appeal decision

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Braves finally get much needed payroll clarity after Jurickson Profar appeal decision

The Atlanta Braves may be saving a good bit of money now that Jurickson Profar's suspension is official, but fans may want to temper their expectations.