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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 Apr. 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.
Aaron Bummer Aaron Bummer Starts up throwing program Mon, Sep 15, 2025, 10:15 AM Atlanta announced Saturday that Bummer (shoulder) has resumed a throwing program, but the left-hander hasn't yet been cleared for bullpen sessions, MLB.com reports. Analysis: Bummer has been on the injured list since Aug. 24 due to left shoulder inflammation, and while he hasn't been shut down for the season, he's running out of time to complete his throwing program and rejoin the Atlanta bullpen. Prior to being shut down, Bummer recorded three wins and two holds while submitting a 3.81, 1.25 WHIP and 51:17 K:BB in 54.1 innings over 42 appearances for Atlanta.
Joey Wentz Joey Wentz Goes four innings vs. Houston Sun, Sep 14, 2025, 3:57 PM Wentz did not factor into the decision Sunday against the Astros, allowing two runs on six hits and a walk over four innings. He struck out five. Analysis: It's the third straight start that Wentz has failed to make it past the fourth inning, though Sunday's outing is certainly a step in the right direction after he was tagged for eight runs (six earned) in just 2.1 frames his last time out against the Mariners. Overall, Wentz is 3-5 with a 4.75 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 54:19 K:BB across 55 innings with Atlanta this season.
Drake Baldwin Drake Baldwin Resting up Sunday Sun, Sep 14, 2025, 12:25 PM Baldwin is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros. Analysis: Baldwin had started in each of the last nine games -- eight at catcher, one at designated hitter -- but he'll get a well-deserved breather for Sunday's matinee. Sandy Leon will step in behind the plate in the rookie's stead.
Luke Williams Luke Williams Back in majors Sun, Sep 14, 2025, 9:22 AM Atlanta selected Williams' contract from Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. Analysis: The utility man was outrighted to Gwinnett last weekend after being designated for assignment by Atlanta, but he's back in the big leagues with Jake Fraley (oblique) landing on the injured list. Williams has gone 4-for-30 with five stolen bases in 44 MLB games this season and is unlikely to see much playing time while up with the big club.