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Marcell Ozuna Marcell Ozuna Drives in three in big win Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:28 PM Ozuna went 3-for-5 with a double and three RBI in Wednesday's 9-4 win over the Nationals. Analysis: The veteran DH has fallen to eighth in the order in most of Atlanta's recent lineups, but he was able to make an impact from that spot with a two-run single in the sixth inning and an RBI double in the eighth. The RBI were his first since Aug. 26, and Ozuna has gone 28 games without a home run, leaving him stalled at 20 on the season. His bat has been showing signs of life of late, however -- he's batting .360 (9-for-25) over his last seven contests with four doubles.
Hurston Waldrep Hurston Waldrep Fans eight in fifth win Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:24 PM Waldrep (5-1) picked up the win Wednesday, giving up three runs on five hits over five innings in a 9-4 victory over the Nationals. He struck out eight without walking a batter. Analysis: After getting tagged for eight runs in 4.2 innings to take his first big-league loss of the year in his last start, Waldrep came out firing Wednesday and blanked Washington for four frames before giving up a three-spot in the bottom of the fifth on four hits, including three doubles, to break a scoreless tie. Atlanta was able to take the lead for good in the top of the sixth to put the rookie right-hander back in the win column, however. Waldrep hasn't been able to complete six innings in any of his last five starts, getting pulled after 83 pitches (52 strikes) in this one, but Wednesday's effort was his first in the majors in which he didn't issue a free pass. He lines up to make one more start in 2025, at home early next week in a rematch with the Nats.
Jake Fraley Jake Fraley Season over after 60-day IL move Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 3:26 PM Atlanta transferred Fraley (oblique) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list Wednesday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. Analysis: The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster for the addition of Carson Ragsdale, who was claimed off waivers. It also officially ends Fraley's season after he had landed on the 10-day IL over the weekend with an oblique strain. The veteran outfielder has one more year of arbitration eligibility but could be non-tendered by Atlanta this offseason.
Carson Ragsdale Carson Ragsdale Claimed off waivers by Atlanta Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 3:22 PM Atlanta claimed Ragsdale off waivers from the Orioles on Wednesday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. Analysis: Ragsdale had an inauspicious major-league debut with the Orioles over the weekend, allowing eight runs over three innings. He found himself jettisoned from Baltimore's 40-man roster after that, but the righty has landed on his feet with Atlanta. Ragsdale will report to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Matt Olson Matt Olson Drives in four in twin bill Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:50 AM Olson went 3-for-10 with a double, a triple, a home run, two runs scored and four RBI in Tuesday's doubleheader sweep of the Nationals. Analysis: After launching a solo shot off Jake Irvin in the matinee, Olson played hero in the top of the 10th inning in the nightcap with a bases-loaded triple. The first baseman has been on an absolute tear of late, batting .478 (11-for-23) over his last five games with eight of those hits going for extra bases (three doubles, a triple and four homers). On the year, he's up to 27 homers and 91 RBI in 152 contests, giving him a shot at his fifth career 30-HR campaign and fourth career 100-RBI season.
Chris Sale Chris Sale Dominates in no-decision Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:45 AM Sale came away with a no-decision in the second game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals, scattering three hits over eight scoreless innings. He struck out nine without walking a batter. Analysis: The ace southpaw racked up 32 called or swinging strikes over 106 pitches (71 total strikes) in a dominant performance, but MacKenzie Gore and the Washington bullpen matched Sale goose egg for goose egg, until Atlanta finally broke through for five runs in the 10th inning. Sale has fanned exactly nine batters in four straight starts since returning from a rib injury, posting a 1.75 ERA, 0.74 WHIP and 36:2 K:BB through 25.2 innings. He'll look to finish out the season in style with a potential two-step, beginning early next week with a home rematch against the Nats.
Raisel Iglesias Raisel Iglesias Collects 26th save Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:40 AM Iglesias recorded his 26th save of the season in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals, walking one and striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning. Analysis: The right-hander continues to dominate down the stretch. Since his last blown save July 26, Iglesias has been scored upon only once, delivering a 0.41 ERA, 0.64 WHIP and 22:4 K:BB in 22 innings while converting all 15 of his save chances.
Jose Suarez Jose Suarez Fans career-high nine Wed, Sep 17, 2025, 8:37 AM Suarez (2-0) picked up the win in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks over seven innings. He struck out nine. Analysis: The nine Ks were a career high for Suarez, who was making his first big-league start of the season and first MLB appearance since April 10. The 27-year-old southpaw missed over two months this summer in the minors with an undisclosed injury, but in four appearances with Triple-A Gwinnett after being activated from the 7-day IL in late August he posted a 2.70 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 23:6 K:BB over 20 innings, and he carried that momentum with him to the majors after his promotion. Suarez was originally brought up for a spot start in the twin bill, but after racking up a massive 21 swinging strikes on 99 pitches (65 total strikes) against the Nats, he may have earned one more turn through the rotation before the end of the season. Atlanta hasn't indicated whether its pitching plans will get shuffled to accommodate him, but with days off coming each of the last two Thursdays in September, the team has plenty of flexibility.
Ha-Seong Kim Ha-Seong Kim Taking seat for nightcap Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 4:38 PM Kim is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals. Analysis: Kim started at shortstop in the matinee and went 2-for-4 with two runs scored. The 29-year-old will head to the bench for Game 2, allowing Nick Allen to pick up a start at shortstop.
Nacho Alvarez Jr. Nacho Alvarez Jr. Sitting out matinee Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 10:07 AM Alvarez is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Nationals. Analysis: Alvarez will likely be back at third base for the nightcap, but he will begin the first game of the double dip on the bench. Vidal Brujan is at third base for Atlanta in the matinee.
Marcell Ozuna Marcell Ozuna Sitting out first game Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 10:06 AM Ozuna is not in the lineup for the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals. Analysis: Atlanta will go with Ronald Acuna in the designated-hitter spot and Eli White in right field for the first game of the twin bill. Ozuna will likely be back in the lineup for the nightcap.
Sean Murphy Sean Murphy Shifted to 60-day injured list Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 9:00 AM Atlanta transferred Murphy (hip) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Tuesday. Analysis: The transaction frees up a 40-man roster spot for left-hander Jose Suarez, who was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett to start the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Nationals. Murphy is done for the season following surgery last week to repair a right hip labral tear.
Alexis Diaz Alexis Diaz Sent down to Gwinnett Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 8:58 AM Atlanta optioned Diaz to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. Analysis: Diaz has made three relief appearances after being claimed off waivers by Atlanta on Sept. 7, yielding four runs (three earned) with a 5:5 K:BB. The former Reds closer holds an 8.18 ERA over 18 relief outings in the big leagues this season.
Connor Seabold Connor Seabold Dispatched to Triple-A Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 8:55 AM Atlanta optioned Seabold to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. Analysis: The transaction comes one day after Seabold gave up two runs without recording an out in a relief appearance in Atlanta's 11-3 win over Washington. Seabold has permitted five runs with a 10:6 K:BB over 10.1 frames at the big-league level in 2025.
Nathan Wiles Nathan Wiles Summoned from minors Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 8:53 AM Atlanta recalled Wiles from Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. Analysis: Wiles will provide manager Brian Snitker with a fresh bullpen arm for Tuesday's doubleheader against the Nationals. The 27-year-old's lone appearance with Atlanta earlier this season came in relief, but he'll be capable of covering multiple innings after making 19 starts for Gwinnett this season.
Jose Suarez Jose Suarez Added to roster for spot start Tue, Sep 16, 2025, 8:51 AM Atlanta selected Suarez's contract from Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. Analysis: Suarez will make a spot start Tuesday in the first game of a doubleheader against the Nationals. The left-hander has pitched well lately at Gwinnett, posting a 2.70 ERA and 23:6 K:BB over 20 innings covering his last four starts. Suarez could be sent back down to Gwinnett after Tuesday's start.
Jose Suarez Jose Suarez Tapped for spot start Mon, Sep 15, 2025, 9:37 PM Suarez will have his contract selected from Double-A Columbus to start Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against Washington, Barrett Sallee of 680 The Fan reports. Analysis: Tuesday will mark Suarez's first big-league start since the 2024 campaign, which he spent with the Angels. He made three relief appearances for Atlanta earlier this year, surrendering two runs on three hits and seven walks while striking out five over 7.1 innings. Suarez last worked five innings Wednesday against Triple-A Nashville, so he should be stretched out to make a traditional start in Game 1.
Drake Baldwin Drake Baldwin Plates four in rout Mon, Sep 15, 2025, 8:45 PM Baldwin went 3-for-5 with a home run and four RBI in Monday's 11-3 victory over the Nationals. Analysis: The rookie backstop notched his third career performance with four or more RBI, upping his season total to 68. Baldwin topped Atlanta's scoring with a 378-foot, two-run shot off reliever Orlando Ribalta in the ninth. The 24-year-old is now slashing .268/.337/.439 with 16 homers across 395 total plate appearances.
Matt Olson Matt Olson Mashes homer, two doubles Mon, Sep 15, 2025, 8:44 PM Olson went 4-for-5 with a homer, two doubles, four RBI and an additional run scored in Monday's 11-3 win at Washington. Analysis: The Atlanta first baseman produced his second four-RBI performance of the season while posting three extra-base hits in a contest for the first time in 2025. Olson gave his squad a 5-1 lead with a three-run blast in the fifth off Nationals starter Mitchell Parker. The three-time All-Star has been on fire in September, batting .378 (17-for-45) with five round trippers, 11 runs scored and 10 RBI across 13 games.
Spencer Strider Spencer Strider Breezes to sixth win Mon, Sep 15, 2025, 8:40 PM Strider (6-13) earned the win Monday at Washington, yielding one run on four hits and two walks over seven innings. He struck out six. Analysis: The Atlanta right-hander looked sharp in this 96-pitch outing, generating a solid 15 whiffs. Strider notched his first win since July 27 and pocketed his second consecutive quality start. The only blemish on his line was a solo homer conceded to Daylen Lile in the second. In 114.1 total innings, Strider has pitched to a 4.64 ERA, 1.36 WHIP and 120:46 K:BB. He will look to continue his recent success in his next matchup, which currently lines up to come at Detroit this weekend.