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The Atlanta Braves have been reported to be buyers at the trade deadline. A recent report at least fuels the notion that they're looking to make upgrades and go on a run. According to MassLive's Sean McAdam,

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The Braves announced multiple roster moves on Monday after failing to trade for Rafael Devers, who the Giants acquired from the Red Sox.

Ozzie Albies might be the biggest example of the Atlanta Braves bats struggling to get going this year. His performance has been a seesaw all year. Since his 14-game hitting streak in May, he's sunk back down again. He's batting .148 with a .425 OPS in the following 15 games.

Colorado finally broke through in the seventh, the team’s first time scoring six or more runs in a single frame on the road since June 2, 2023, at Kansas City. The Rockies chased Holmes, then battered the Braves’ bullpen to take command of the game for good.