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Luis Guillorme traded to Angels

Thu, May 9th 11:15am EDT
By Ari Koslow

The Braves have traded Luis Guillorme to the Angels. (Source: Daniel Alvarez-Montes on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Guillorme appeared in nine games so far this season after signing a one-year deal with Atlanta this past offseason. He should provide depth in the infield for the Angels.

Category: Transactions


Chris Sale delivered a masterful performance, allowing no earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out 10 over six innings in Wednesday's 5-0 victory over the Braves.

Fantasy Impact: This outing underscores Sale's dominance this season, as he continues to maintain a sub-3.00 ERA and a WHIP under one. His ability to rack up strikeouts, evidenced by his 11.0 K/9 rate, combined with a stellar 6.50 strikeout-to-walk ratio, makes him a top-tier fantasy asset. Given his consistent performance and high strikeout upside, Sale remains a must-start in all fantasy formats, reinforcing his status as one of the elite pitchers in the game.

Category: Game Recaps


Orlando Arcia played a key role in the Braves' 5-0 win over the Red Sox, going 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores a steady season for Arcia, who now boasts a .270 batting average with some power contributions including three homers and 11 doubles. His ability to contribute extra-base hits is a boon, though his low walk rate and moderate strikeout rate cap his on-base potential. Fantasy managers should value Arcia as a decent middle-infield option, particularly in deeper leagues or formats that reward extra-base hits. His consistent playing time and spot in a strong Braves lineup could offer additional RBI opportunities as the season progresses.

Category: Game Recaps


Marcell Ozuna had a standout performance in the Braves' 5-0 win against the Red Sox, going 2-for-3 with two home runs, two runs scored, and four RBI.

Fantasy Impact: He also drew a walk. This game underscores Ozuna's significant power-hitting capabilities, as he now boasts 12 homers and 38 RBI just 34 games into the season. His consistent ability to drive in runs and hit for power makes him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in categories such as home runs and RBI. With a solid .315 batting average and a robust .434 wOBA, Ozuna continues to demonstrate that he can be a key contributor to fantasy teams, maintaining a high level of production that should keep him relevant in all formats.

Category: Game Recaps


Reynaldo Lopez allowed one earned run and struck out five over 5 1/3 innings as the Braves topped the Red Sox 4-2.

Fantasy Impact: Despite somewhat shaky control that led to four walks, Lopez managed to limit the damage, keeping his ERA impressively low at 1.53 for the season. Fantasy managers should note that while Lopez's WHIP and strikeout rates are solid, his high walk rate could be a concern in tighter matchups.

Category: Game Recaps


Raisel Iglesias delivered a flawless outing, securing a save in the Braves' 4-2 victory over the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Iglesias threw 14 pitches, allowing no hits or walks and striking out one. This performance underscores his role as a reliable closer for Atlanta. With a season ERA now improved to 1.88 and a WHIP standing strong at 0.98, Iglesias continues to be a solid pick for saves in fantasy leagues.

Category: Game Recaps


Travis d'Arnaud is back in the Braves lineup on Tuesday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: d'Arnard returns after he got the afternoon off on Sunday. He is back behind the plate and hitting No. 8 in the lineup against Kutter Crawford and Boston.


Chadwick Tromp is not in the Braves lineup on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Tromp is out after getting the start on Sunday. Travis d'Arnaud is back behind the plate for Atlanta.


Adam Duvall is not in the Braves lineup on Tuesday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Duvall continues to platoon in left field with Jared Kelenic after starting on Sunday. Kelenic is back in left field on Tuesday for Atlanta.


Jarred Kelenic is in the Braves lineup on Tuesday against the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact: Kelenic is back in the lineup after he was sidelined on Sunday. He is hitting .274 with four RBI so far this season.


The Braves have recalled Ray Kerr from Triple-A Gwinnett. (Source: Braves on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Kerr will take the spot of Tyler Matzek, who was placed on the injured list Tuesday. He will provide the Braves with another left-handed option in their bullpen.

Category: Transactions


The Braves have placed Tyler Matzek on the 15-day IL with left elbow inflammation. (Source: Braves on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Matzek has struggled this season, posting a 9.90 ERA in 10 innings this season. Considering Matzek is coming off missing last season with Tommy John surgery, there is no timetable for his return.

Category: Injury Updates, Transactions


Ozzie Albies goes hitless Sunday

Mon, May 6th 12:54pm EDT
By Ari Koslow

Ozzie Albies went 0-for-4 on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Albies is hitting .297 at the top of the Braves lineup with two home runs and 18 RBI.

Category: Game Recaps


Michael Harris II went 0-for-3 on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite not picking up a hit on Sunday, Harris is still hitting .271 on the season in the middle of the Braves lineup.

Category: Game Recaps


Matt Olson went 1-for-4 on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Olson has continued to struggle so far this season, now hitting .197 at the plate. He will look to pick it up soon.

Category: Game Recaps


Max Fried allowed four runs on four hits over seven innings with seven strikeouts and three walks on Sunday against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: It was not the best performance from Fried, though he was still able to work deep into the game in a tough matchup. He'll look to get back on track against the Mets.

Category: Game Recaps


Bryce Elder had a rough outing, allowing seven earned runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out four over 3 1/3 innings in Saturday's 11-2 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: This performance has certainly inflated his ERA to 5.28 and WHIP to 1.76 for the season, which are troubling indicators for fantasy managers. His strikeout rate remains low at 5.9 K/9, and a high BABIP of .348 suggests some bad luck, though not enough to ignore the underlying issues. Elder's control has been a concern, as evidenced by his 1.25 strikeout-to-walk ratio and today's four walks. Moving forward, fantasy managers should be wary of starting him in their lineups, especially against high-scoring teams.

Category: Game Recaps


Charlie Morton delivered a quality start but couldn't secure a win as the Braves fell 4-3 to the Dodgers on Friday.

Fantasy Impact: He allowed two earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings. Despite the loss, Morton's performance was a silver lining, maintaining his solid ERA at 3.50 and WHIP at 1.14 for the season. His consistent strikeout ability, with an 8.3 K/9 rate, continues to make him a reliable option in fantasy rotations. However, his lack of wins in outings like this can be frustrating for fantasy managers. Moving forward, maintaining his current metrics could see him remain a steady, if not spectacular, fantasy contributor.

Category: Game Recaps


Ronald Acuna Jr. went 2-for-5 with a home run and an RBI in the Braves' 4-3 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included a solo home run, contributing one of the three runs for Atlanta. Despite the loss, Acuna's homer could be a positive sign for fantasy managers, especially considering his modest power numbers earlier in the season. With this game, his batting average slightly improves, but his overall power production still remains a concern. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on whether this game sparks a hot streak, though his high BABIP suggests some regression might be on the horizon.

Category: Game Recaps


Austin Riley went 2-for-5 with a home run and an RBI in the Braves' 4-3 loss to the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the defeat, Riley's performance was a bright spot, showcasing his power with a solo home run that contributed to his season tally. This season, Riley has been struggling with a modest .242 batting average and a high strikeout rate of 24.8%, but his ability to hit for power remains evident. His wOBA of .316 indicates that he is still producing at a reasonable level, but fantasy managers should be cautious due to his inconsistency at the plate. Moving forward, Riley remains a viable fantasy option, particularly in formats that value power, but expectations should be tempered given his current batting trends.

Category: Game Recaps