Braves face offseason questions after early postseason exit to Dodgers

The Atlanta Braves concluded their 2026 season following a loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, marking their exit from the playoffs. The Braves recorded 94 wins in the regular season under first-year manager Walt Weiss, rebounding from a disappointing previous year. Despite this success, they have won only one postseason series since their 2021 World Series title. As the offseason begins, questions arise regarding the performance of key players like Austin Riley and Ozzie Albies, and the future of veteran pitcher Chris Sale, who added to his strong tenure in Atlanta this season.

• 1:10 AMCBS MLB — What's next for the Braves? Biggest offseason questions after another early postseason exit