Rain Delay Pushes Back Braves-Twins First Pitch at Target Field
A 45-minute weather delay affected game flow in Minneapolis as Atlanta faced Minnesota on Monday night.
The Braves-Twins game at Target Field on August 17, 2026 was interrupted by a 45-minute rain delay before play began. The delay preceded a first inning in which Minnesota scored four runs against Martin Perez. Atlanta ultimately lost 4-2 in a game shaped in part by the early weather stoppage.
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Braves Releasing Carlos Santana From Triple-A Gwinnett Minor League Deal
Per ESPN's Jeff Passan, Atlanta is releasing 1B Carlos Santana from his non-roster deal, making him a free agent in search of a new club.
Braves Call Up LHP Ray Kerr
Atlanta promotes left-hander Ray Kerr to the big-league roster in a corresponding bullpen move.
Holmes Stays in Rotation; Smith-Shawver Bullpen Role Possible
Atlanta manager Weiss confirmed Holmes's rotation spot while leaving open the possibility of Smith-Shawver shifting to relief if the bullpen needs help.
Braves Weighing Smith-Shawver Call-Up as Holmes Return Looms
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Chris Sale Hits 99.1 mph in 108-Pitch Gem, Extends Elite K Streak
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Weiss to Meet With Umps Over Sale Balk Call Ahead of Tonight's Start
Atlanta's manager is taking proactive steps with the umpiring crew to prevent a repeat of the balk ruling that affected Sale's most recent outing.