Category Archives: Atlanta Braves News

Braves give C Sean Murphy six-year, $73M extension

The Atlanta Braves signed catcher Sean Murphy on Tuesday to a six-year, $73 million contract extension that will run through the 2028 season.The deal features a $15 million club option with no buyo… MORE

Reports: Braves land C Sean Murphy in 3-team trade

The Atlanta Braves acquired Oakland Athletics catcher Sean Murphy in a three-team trade involving the Milwaukee Brewers, multiple outlets reported Monday.Murphy, 28, batted .250 with a career-high… MORE

Fred McGriff elected to Hall of Fame

Former first baseman Fred McGriff was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday after being voted in by the Contemporary Baseball Era Players Committee.McGriff was a unanimous selecti… MORE

Braves agree to two-year deal with injured LHP Tyler Matzek

The Atlanta Braves agreed to a two-year, $3.1 million deal with injured left-hander Tyler Matzek on Friday to avoid arbitration.Matzek will miss the 2023 season after undergoing Tommy John elbow su… MORE

Julio Rodriguez, Michael Harris II earn Rookie of the Year honors

Julio Rodriguez was voted the American League Rookie of the Year on Monday after lifting the Seattle Mariners back to the playoffs for the first time in 21 years.Fellow center fielder Michael Harri… MORE

Braves trade RHP Jake Odorizzi to Rangers

The Atlanta Braves traded right-handed pitcher Jake Odorizzi to the Texas Rangers on Wednesday in exchange for left-handed pitcher Kolby Allard.The Rangers also received cash considerations in the… MORE

Braves acquire OF Sam Hilliard from Rockies

The Colorado Rockies traded outfielder Sam Hilliard to the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in exchange for minor league right-hander Dylan Spain.Hilliard, 28, batted .184 with a .544 OPS in 70 games for t… MORE