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Ronald Acuña walking to first base after being hit by a pitch by Marlins pitcher Ryan Gusto

Marlins broadcaster takes issue with Ronald Acuña not charging mound after being hit by pitch

"If you're that mad, go after him!"

By Reice Shipley OnAug 27, 2025 0
People wait out the rain delay in the concourse area before the MLB Speedway Classic held at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tenn., on August 2, 2025.

Speedway Classic rain delay turns into a disaster: ‘MLB version of Fyre Fest’

The MLB Speedway Classic was supposed to be a spectacle, but a rain delay and logistical problems turned it into a nightmare for fans.

By Matt Yoder OnAug 3, 2025 0
While a big videoboard announced that the Speedway Classic was suspended, MLB on Fox's studio crew didn't seem to know.

MLB on Fox crew didn’t know Speedway Classic was suspended, despite videoboard announcement

A messy end to a messy night.

By Michael Dixon OnAug 2, 2025 0
Hear how announcers from the Braves, Yankees and MLB Network reacted to an incredible throw from Ronald Acuña Jr. on Friday night. Photo Credit: FanDuel Sports Network South

Listen: Braves, Yankees, MLB Network announcers react to Ronald Acuña Jr.’s ‘absolute rocket’ throw

"Jaws are dropping on this throw."

By Michael Dixon OnJul 18, 2025 0
A tribute to MLB legend Hank Aaron that aired after the sixth inning of the 2025 MLB All-Star Game earned wide praise.

All-Star Game’s Hank Aaron tribute receives wide praise

"That Hank Aaron tribute was one of the best things I've ever seen covering a game. That was great."

By Michael Dixon OnJul 15, 2025 0
May 31, 2019; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detailed view of hat and glove of Atlanta Braves center fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (not pictured) against the Detroit Tigers in the fourth inning at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Braves beat writer calls out ‘two-faced hypocrites’ in fanbase

"When they're losing, you say we don't ask tough questions. When they're winning, you say we're negative if we upset them."

By Ben Axelrod OnJul 7, 2025 0
Fox's Adam Amin noted the Braves had yet to hit a grand slam this season while a graphic showed the same thing. That changed in one pitch. Photo Credit: Fox

Braves hit grand slam right after Adam Amin, Fox graphic said they were without one this season

"They don't have a grand slam..."

By Michael Dixon OnJun 28, 2025 0
Braves announcers react to bad strike call

Braves analyst calls for ABS after umpire’s brutal strike call

"We know that ABS is probably on the way, we hate to have to have it, but we need it when things like that are happening."

By Brandon Contes OnJun 9, 2025 0
John Kruk doesn't know what 'empathy' means.

Self-proclaimed ‘sociopath’ John Kruk needs a dictionary

"I don’t know what empathy means, but I’m sure sociopath would come into the conversation speaking about myself."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 30, 2025 0
A screenshot from the final pitch of Wednesday's game between the Braves and the Phillies

Braves broadcasters disapprove questionable game-ending strike call: ‘Oh, that missed’

"That is close, but it is out of the zone."

By Reice Shipley OnMay 29, 2025 0
Ruben Amaro Jr. on the Philadelphia Phillies postgame show on NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Ruben Amaro Jr. says Phillies ‘should’ retaliate after Spencer Strider hits Bryce Harper

"I think the retaliation is the right thing to do."

By Sam Neumann OnMay 28, 2025 0
Former Atlanta Braves outfielder Jeff Francoeur (7) and starting pitcher Tim Hudson (15) celebrate after winning the Alumni Softball Home Run Derby before a game against the Milwaukee Brewers at SunTrust Park.

Jeff Francoeur slams Ronald Acuña Jr. over Jarred Kelenic post: ‘Be a good teammate’

"Ron Acuña was warned time after time after time. After time. Let's talk, like, 10 times to run before he ever got yanked."

By Sean Keeley OnApr 22, 2025 0

Ronald Acuña Jr. reacts to double standard around Jarred Kelenic’s lack of hustle: ‘If it were me, they would take me out of...

Snitker's reaction was very different in 2019 when he pulled Acuña for doing the same thing

By Sean Keeley OnApr 20, 2025 0
Atlanta Braves reporter Wiley Ballard rides a hotdog seesaw

Braves reporter rides hotdog seesaw day after controversial fan interaction

"Some good wholesome fun."

By Drew Lerner OnApr 16, 2025 0
Jerry Recco, Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti on CBS Sports Network

‘Boomer and Gio’ defend Braves reporter getting fan’s number: ‘This isn’t like Harvey Weinstein here’

"It was goofy!"

By Brandon Contes OnApr 15, 2025 0

Female sports reporters react to Wiley Ballard getting female fan’s number: ‘Insanely inappropriate’

"If a female reporter ever tried this little bit, that’d be the last job she’d ever have."

By Matt Yoder OnApr 15, 2025 0

Braves sideline reporter Wiley Ballard asks for fan’s number during on-air segment

"I am speechless, I got the number. We're good."

By Reice Shipley OnApr 14, 2025 0
Bryce Harper Oscar the Grouch Philly Fanatic sliding mitt

Brandon Gaudin hilariously confuses Phillie Phanatic sliding mitt with Oscar the Grouch

Braves announcer Brandon Gaudin was momentarily confused by Bryce Harper's Phillie Phanatic sliding mitt in incredible fashion.

By Matt Yoder OnApr 11, 2025 0
Apr 2, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) is greeted at home after hitting a walk off solo home run against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Braves announcer had perfectly depressing call of Shohei Ohtani’s walk-off

"And the heartache has hit a new level for the Atlanta Braves."

By Ben Axelrod OnApr 3, 2025 0
Reigning MVPs Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge will be a big part of ESPN's Opening Day MLB coverage. Photo Credits: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images (Shohei Ohtani, left); Dave Nelson-Imagn Images (Aaron Judge, right).

ESPN announces coverage team for MLB Opening Day, Week

The Yankees and Dodgers will be prominently featured.

By Michael Dixon OnMar 24, 2025 0
Oct 2, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried (54) throws during the first inning of game two in the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

FanDuel Sports Network to air Spanish telecasts for Atlanta Braves

Francisco X. Rivera will serve as the lead play-by-play voice for Los Bravos.

By Drew Lerner OnMar 12, 2025 0
Brandon Gaudin on Atlanta Braves broadcast

Brandon Gaudin stunned to hear ‘Gulf of Mexico’ on Braves broadcast

"Gulf of something."

By Brandon Contes OnMar 3, 2025 0
Oct 2, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves pitcher Max Fried (54) throws during the first inning of game two in the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park.

Atlanta Braves reach deal to simulcast 15 games over-the-air

The deal also includes exclusive rights to broadcast 10 spring training games.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 19, 2024 0
The major league baseball logo is seen on signage near the player's entrance to the field at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers.

Diamond bankruptcy exit looks likely, deals reached with three more MLB teams

Included in Diamond's reorganization plan are go-forward arrangements with the Los Angeles Angels, Tampa Bay Rays, and Detroit Tigers.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 13, 2024 0
Jun 21, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) is greeted by center fielder Jarred Kelenic (24) after hitting a two run home run in the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium.

Atlanta Braves financials reveal increase in TV revenue

The team increased its television revenue 2% year-over-year as other teams succumb to the reality of a diminished media rights environment.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 7, 2024 0

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