Braves News: Guardians on deck, City Connect uniforms, and more

Aug 17, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians shortstop Brayan Rocchio (4) steals second as Atlanta Braves shortstop Nick Allen (2) is late with the tag during the second inning at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

The Atlanta Braves return to Truist Park and kick off the weekend with a three-game set against the Cleveland Guardians. The Braves enter play with an 8-5 record and are coming off a series win in Anaheim, where the run column was high, and emotions even higher. The Guardians come to town with the same record after a recent series win over the Kansas City Royals.

The series gets underway tonight at 7:15 ET, with Bryce Elder getting the nod against fellow right-hander Slade Cecconi. Game two is set for the same time Saturday night, as Martín Pérez faces Parker Messick. The series will conclude Sunday night with Chris Sale starting things off at 7:20 ET.

The Braves haven’t dropped a series yet this season, and they’ll aim to keep that perfect streak intact this weekend.

More Braves News:

The City Connect uniforms have officially been unveiled, and here’s everything you need to know.

BravesVision analyst Peter Moylan spoke with us earlier this week to talk about all things coaching, ABS, the big brawl, and more.

Didier Fuentes threw a shutout and recorded eight strikeouts during Wednesday’s start. More in the minor league recap.

There are several high school prospects the Braves may explore this year, so take a look at potential selections.

MLB News:

The Washington Nationals have yet to make an extension offer to outfielder Daylen Lile. The Nats currently have just one player on a guaranteed contract past 2026.

From the Feed:

This week’s brawl has been the biggest Braves headline all week, and now it’s time to hear from you. Which Braves brawl do you think is most memorable?

There’s been plenty of reflection of the past this week after the City Connects were unveiled. So, let’s hear your favorite player as a kid.