When Brian Snitker penciled in his lineup for game two against the Phillies, the Braves’ manager left a key player out of it.

A home run derby broke out on Friday night at Truist Park. But unfortunately for the Braves, they did not receive an invitation.

Anticipation is beginning to build around MLB’s Speedway Classic, and for Braves fans, that means another day closer to watching their favorite team play in a unique location.

The Braves ended their four-game series against the Mets with one of their least productive offensive showings of the season.

Staying with Didier Fuentes seems the likely path until it becomes clear that it’s not working. And Michael Harris II will remain in the lineup, even as his numbers slide.

So far, Atlanta Braves slugger Ronald Acuña Jr. is the only named home run derby participant. Who might we see him face? And who should be No. 5 in the Braves' rotation?

The Braves need external help. And they can’t afford to wait until the July 31 trade deadline given their place in the standings.

The Braves fell to the Mets 7-3 as Didier Fuentes struggled in his second MLB start, allowing six runs.

Ronald Acuña Jr. will compete in the 2025 Home Run Derby at Truist Park, becoming the first Braves player to do so at home since Chipper Jones in 2000.