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With Strider sidelined, the Braves eye a high-upside rotation by considering Fuentes and Ritchie. Betting on potential over veteran comfort might just be the ace move. 🎯

Why the Braves Should Bet on Upside in the Rotation

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Spencer Strider hits the injured list, but the Braves still clinch the Grapefruit League crown. A bittersweet victory as they prepare for the season ahead. 🏆

The North Port Report: Braves Lose Spencer Strider to Injured List, but Win Grapefruit League Crown

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Braves prospect John Gil had a memorable Spring Breakout debut, impressing on the field despite a jersey mishap. Forgetting his jersey led to wearing a coach's, but he quickly turned heads with his performance.

Breakout Braves prospect had a pretty embarrassing start to Spring Breakout game

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The Braves clobbered four homers in a 5-2 victory over the Pirates, with Matt Olson smashing two. Didier Fuentes impressed again, but Spencer Strider's oblique injury casts a shadow as he starts the season on the IL. 🌟

Atlanta Braves Hit Four HRs and Didier Fuentes Strong in Win

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Reynaldo Lopez's velocity dip in his latest spring training start has Braves fans sounding the alarm. With his recent shoulder issues, this isn't just a speed bump—it's a potential roadblock. 🚨

Reynaldo Lopez’s latest issue should really alarm Braves fans despite all the excuses

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Injury woes hit the Braves hard as Spencer Strider lands on the IL with an oblique strain. With multiple pitchers sidelined, insiders urge Atlanta to sign free agent Lucas Giolito to bolster the rotation before the 2026 season opener. 🚨

Insider says Braves 'absolutely' must sign Lucas Giolito amid plethora of injuries

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Strider's oblique strain lands him on the IL to start the season, a blow to the Braves' rotation. His 2025 was a mixed bag post-Tommy John, and Atlanta hopes for a quick return. 🔄

Strider (oblique strain) to begin season on IL

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Spencer Strider is sidelined with an oblique strain, adding to the Braves' injury woes before Opening Day. With several pitchers already out, Atlanta's rotation faces a shuffle, testing their depth early in the season. 🩹

Spencer Strider injury update adds to Braves' woes

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Spencer Strider lands on the IL with an oblique strain, echoing a similar 2022 setback. This shake-up could open doors for Didier Fuentes or prompt roster adjustments. Braves' rotation now has room for some surprises. ⚾

Spencer Strider to start season on IL with strained oblique, per report

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Spencer Strider's oblique injury sends him to the IL, testing the Braves' pitching depth. With young talent in the wings, Atlanta hopes to weather the storm without their star pitcher. 🌧️

Braves will be thankful for young pitching depth after latest Spencer Strider injury

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Braves' pitcher Spencer Strider hits the injured list with an oblique strain. Manager Walt Weiss hasn't set a return date, but oblique strains typically mean extended downtime. 🩹

Braves To Place Spencer Strider On Injured List

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Despite early injuries, Braves manager Walt Weiss remains optimistic for 2026. Key players like Ronald Acuña Jr., Austin Riley, and Ozzie Albies are healthy, while Chris Sale aims for a Cy Young. Pitching depth is a concern, but reinforcements are expected mid-season.

Despite early injuries, Braves remain optimistic for 2026

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Reynaldo Lopez's final Spring start was shaky with reduced velocity, raising questions about his season readiness. Braves ranked 13th in MLB.com's Opening Day Power Rankings. New Delta Airlines partnership extension adds to the off-field lineup. ✈️

Atlanta Braves News: Reynaldo Lopez Last Spring Start, Opening Day Power Rankings, More

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Craig Kimbrel, once a key closer for the Braves, faces a career crossroads as he fails to make the Mets' roster. His brief and challenging return to Atlanta last season hinted at his declining form. Time to consider retirement to preserve his legacy.

Braves' rival just made it clear that it's time for Craig Kimbrel to face reality

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Prospects like John Gil and Owen Murphy are emerging as key trade assets for the Braves, offering Atlanta strategic leverage for potential mid-season deals. Their development could shape the team's trade strategies this season.

4 Braves prospects who are quickly becoming the team's best trade chips

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Atlanta Braves fans, get ready for 2026 with bold predictions: potential MVP contenders and promising prospect timelines hint at an exciting future. Will Atlanta outpace expectations? Only time will tell. ⚾

Breaking Down 5 Realistic Braves Hot Takes for 2026

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Concern looms over Reynaldo López following his last spring start in North Port. Braves fans may want to keep an eye on his performance as the season unfolds. 🔍

The North Port Report: Concern About Reynaldo López After Final Start of Spring?

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The Braves' potential 2028 lineup is turning heads with stars like Acuña Jr., Olson, and Riley, joined by promising prospects like John Gil and Alex Lodise. This mix of seasoned talent and fresh faces could make for an electric Opening Day. ⚾️

Here's what the Braves’ Opening Day lineup could look like in 2028 and it is wild

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Reynaldo López struggled in his final spring training start, with a dip in velocity and allowing four earned runs in 4.2 innings. As the regular season looms, the Braves hope for a turnaround. 🏟️

Reynaldo López struggles in final spring tune-up

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Didier Fuentes, the Braves' spring sensation, is set to start the season as a long reliever. The 20-year-old phenom hasn't allowed a hit or walk over nine scoreless innings, retiring 26 consecutive batters and showcasing a dominant slider. 🔥

Spring phenom Fuentes likely to open season as Braves' long reliever

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Braves' decision to send Didier Fuentes to Triple-A sparks debate—are they squandering potential? 🧐

Braves' early pitching plan reveal feels like a true missed opportunity

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Braves urged to emulate the Phillies by renegotiating Ronald Acuña Jr.'s contract. With Acuña's current deal nearing its last guaranteed year, extending him now could secure his superstar status beyond the team-friendly terms.

Braves need to follow rival Phillies' lead and rip up current deal with superstar

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Didier Fuentes dazzles this Spring with a 17/0 K/BB ratio but leaves his curveball in the minors. His fastball-slider mix mirrors Spencer Strider’s 2022, but the curve’s absence is intriguing. Will it eventually make its way to the big leagues? 👀

Where’s Didier Fuentes’ curveball?

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The Braves' 2026 Opening Day rotation is highlighted by Chris Sale's dominant slider, a key strength alongside potential comebacks from Spencer Strider and others. The blend of experience and emerging talent paints a promising picture for the team's pitching future.

Ranking the Braves' likely 2026 Opening Day rotation based only on their best tools

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