Braves activate Brewer Hicklen from Triple-A for Little League Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 6:04 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Atlanta Braves have recalled outfielder Brewer Hicklen from Triple-A Gwinnett ahead of their matchup with the Milwaukee Brewers in the Little League Classic. Hicklen, a fan favorite, previously made his MLB debut with the Kansas City Royals in 2022 and performed well in his time with Atlanta this summer. The Braves are looking to spark their struggling offense, having lost seven of their last nine games. Hicklen expressed gratitude toward the Braves organization and is eager to contribute to his childhood team.
- •Brewer Hicklen hits.300 with 16 home runs at Triple-A Gwinnett.
- •Braves have lost seven of their last nine games.
- •Hicklen made his Atlanta debut in July.
- •The team aims to break their recent slump against the Brewers.
- •Hicklen's activation is allowed for the Little League Classic.
- 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Braves reportedly call up nine-year veteran fan favorite who made Atlanta debut in July
"The Atlanta Braves re-called a fan favorite that got the hearts of many fans earlier in the summer. With the Braves bats being silent as of late, they hope he can provide a spark.
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