Atlanta Braves Roster
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Inside the 2026 Atlanta Braves active roster
Ever since the days of Hank Aaron launching home runs into the southern sky, this franchise has carried a deep, winning legacy. The 2026 Atlanta Braves roster continues that tradition, blending explosive offensive firepower with elite pitching.
Following a disappointing 2025 campaign, the front office handed the reins to new manager Walt Weiss. He takes over after the retirement of long-time skipper Brian Snitker, with the sole task of getting this club back to its championship-caliber standard.
I created this guide so that citizens of Braves Country can easily track who is currently wearing the tomahawk across their chest. Below, I’ve laid out the 26-man active squad and coaching personnel to help you keep tabs on the team’s core all season long.
MLB - Atlanta Braves Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | ||||||
46 | Dylan Dodd | RP | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 28 | Danville, IL |
72 | Didier Fuentes | RP | 6'0" | 170 lbs | 21 | Tolu Sucre, Colombia |
66 | Grant Holmes | SP | 6'0" | 226 lbs | 30 | Conway, SC |
26 | Raisel Iglesias | RP | 6'2" | 190 lbs | 36 | Isla de la Juventud, Cuba |
62 | Ray Kerr | RP | 6'3" | 185 lbs | 32 | Sacramento, CA |
52 | Dylan Lee | RP | 6'3" | 214 lbs | 32 | Dinuba, CA |
54 | Tyler Mahle | SP | 6'3" | 212 lbs | 32 | Newport Beach, CA |
58 | Victor Mederos | RP | 6'2" | 222 lbs | 25 | Santa Clara, Cuba |
51 | Chris Sale | SP | 6'6" | 180 lbs | 37 | Lakeland, FL |
75 | Robert Suarez | RP | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 35 | Ciudad Bolivar, Venezuela |
39 | Brent Suter | RP | 6'4" | 213 lbs | 37 | Chicago, IL |
Catchers | ||||||
30 | Drake Baldwin | C | 6'0" | 225 lbs | 25 | Madison, WI |
12 | Sean Murphy | C | 6'3" | 228 lbs | 31 | Peekskill, NY |
Infielders | ||||||
1 | Ozzie Albies | 2B | 5'7" | 165 lbs | 29 | Willemstad, Curacao |
7 | Ha-Seong Kim | SS | 5'10" | 200 lbs | 30 | Seoul, South Korea |
28 | Matt Olson | 1B | 6'4" | 225 lbs | 32 | Atlanta, GA |
27 | Austin Riley | 3B | 6'1" | 225 lbs | 29 | Memphis, TN |
11 | Rowdy Tellez | 1B | 6'3" | 273 lbs | 31 | Sacramento, CA |
37 | Luke Williams | SS | 6'1" | 186 lbs | 30 | Park Ridge, IL |
Outfielders | ||||||
13 | Ronald Acuna Jr. | RF | 6'0" | 205 lbs | 28 | La Guaira, Venezuela |
14 | Mauricio Dubon | LF | 5'11" | 173 lbs | 32 | San Pedro Sula, Honduras |
23 | Michael Harris II | CF | 5'11" | 195 lbs | 25 | DeKalb, GA |
53 | Brewer Hicklen | RF | 6'2" | 215 lbs | 30 | Huntsville, AL |
49 | DaShawn Keirsey Jr. | CF | 6'0" | 195 lbs | 29 | San Diego, CA |
18 | Mike Yastrzemski | LF | 5'10" | 180 lbs | 36 | Andover, MA |
Designated Hitter | ||||||
8 | Dominic Smith | DH | 5'11" | 224 lbs | 31 | Los Angeles, CA |
Top Braves players to watch
When discussing the modern Braves, the conversation always begins with Ronald Acuña Jr. The dynamic outfielder sets the tone at the top of the lineup with his unmatched blend of speed and power. Right behind him, the infield corners feature massive sluggers like Matt Olson and Austin Riley, both of whom are perennial threats to clear the outfield fences at Truist Park.
On the mound, veteran left-hander Chris Sale anchors a formidable rotation, consistently baffling hitters and racking up wins. Alongside him, you’ll find reliable arms like Reynaldo López and a deep bullpen featuring lockdown closer Raisel Iglesias, ensuring Atlanta has the firepower to finish off close games in the late innings.
Current Braves injury report
MLB - Atlanta Braves Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bryce Elder | 15-day IL | Oct 2 | Right Knee (Surgery) | Elder (knee) threw a live batting practice session Monday, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. |
Hurston Waldrep | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Atlanta recalled Waldrep (elbow) from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and placed him on the 60-day injured list. |
Martin Perez | 15-day IL | Oct 6 | Back (Inflammation) | Perez didn't factor into the decision Sunday against Houston, striking out two while allowing one run on six hits and two walks in 4.1 innings. |
Lane Thomas | 10-day IL | Oct 3 | Left Side (Strain) | Thomas (intercostal) took some swings off a tee Tuesday, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. |
Reynaldo Lopez | 15-day IL | Sept 29 | Right Shoulder (Inflammation) | Lopez (4-5) took the loss in Monday's 7-3 loss against the Cubs after allowing five runs on six hits and two walks with two strikeouts over three innings. After the game, manager Walt Weiss stated that Lopez may be placed on the injured list due to a shoulder injury, Chad Bishop of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. |
Joe Jimenez | 60-day IL | Sept 29 | Left Knee (Surgery) | Jimenez (knee) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. |
Spencer Strider | 60-day IL | February | Right Elbow (Inflammation) | Strider (elbow) is not expected to return to Atlanta's active roster before the end of this season, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. |
Spencer Schwellenbach | 60-day IL | April | Right Elbow (Surgery) | Schwellenbach will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a fracture in his right elbow, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. |
Jurickson Profar | Suspension | February | Suspension | Profar will miss the full 2026 season after the appeal of his 162-game PED suspension was denied Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. |
Joey Wentz | 60-day IL | February | Right Knee (Surgery) | Atlanta placed Wentz (knee) on the 60-day injured list Tuesday. |
Atlanta Braves coaching staff
- Manager: Walt Weiss
- Bench Coach: Tony Mansolino
- Pitching Coach: Jeremy Hefner
- Hitting Coach: Tim Hyers
- First Base Coach: Antoan Richardson
- Third Base Coach: Tommy Watkins
- Bullpen Coach: J.P. Martinez
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Atlanta Braves roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Braves?
Walt Weiss is the manager of the Atlanta Braves. He took over the dugout ahead of the 2026 season following the resignation of long-time skipper Brian Snitker, who transitioned into an advisory role.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Braves?
First baseman Matt Olson and third baseman Austin Riley are typically among the highest earners on the Braves based on their massive, long-term contract extensions.
What's the average age of the Braves roster?
The Braves generally maintain an average roster age of around 30. The front office has intentionally built a mature-leaning team that balances exciting, homegrown talent like Michael Harris II and Drake Baldwin with seasoned veterans like Chris Sale.
What are the Braves' minor league affiliates?
The Atlanta Braves' farm system features four primary minor league affiliates. Prospects develop their skills by climbing the ranks through the Augusta GreenJackets (Single-A), Rome Emperors (High-A), Columbus Clingstones (Double-A), and the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A).
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