Braves News: Offensive struggles return for Atlanta, new rules for home run derby, more

While Saturday’s win was a good one for the Braves thanks to Adam Duvall’s walk-off goal, the offensive struggles continued Sunday. Despite an early 1-0 lead, the Braves ultimately lost 4-2 on a pair of Pirates two-run homers off Spencer Schwellenbach in the fifth inning. The Braves couldn’t find the hits they needed to come back, and that led to another missed opportunity to sweep the series Sunday.

Fortunately, they were able to win the series after some midweek struggles. However, while any series win is positive for the Braves right now, Sunday was an unfortunate reminder that our offensive struggles continue to make it difficult to truly ramp up to win at the level we’ve been at in recent summers.

Braves News

Nacho Alvarez continues his excellent run in Gwinnett with another home run Saturday.

Daysbel Hernandez was transferred to Gwinnett after Sunday’s game. Hernandez has shown impressive signs of success on several occasions this season. This transfer should allow AJ Minter to return to Atlanta on Monday.

Justin Toscano examines how the Braves offense can’t find the consistency it needs to win at the level expected.

Mark Bowman explains why the Braves clearly need to add another quality hitter to get better results.

Braves Podcasts

The latest episode of 755 Forever recaps the weekend for the Braves.

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman gave their take on a series win and the mid-season via Hammer Territory.

https://hammer-territory-an-atlanta-braves-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/atlanta-braves-halfway-point-pirates-fin-de-juin

MLB News

MLB has updated the Home Run Derby with new rules for the 2024 event.

Gunnar Henderson has announced that he will participate in the 2024 Home Run Derby.

Top prospect James Wood will make his MLB debut on Monday.

All-Star voting is open again to choose the All-Star Game starters.

The Rangers are still waiting for word on Corey Seager’s wrist after he was shot in the wrist on Saturday.

Garrett Mitchell will make his 2024 debut on Monday. He has been out the entire season so far due to a broken finger.

The White Sox appear determined to trade starting pitcher Garrett Crochet at the deadline, especially after recent extension negotiations failed to progress.

Guardians’ Gavin Williams has been removed from injured reserve after missing the entire season with elbow discomfort.