MINNEAPOLIS — The Twins bullpen started this week’s series against the Atlanta Braves by pitching eight scoreless innings, leading to a pair of victories at Target Field. Wednesday afternoon, however,

The Atlanta Braves still have a 5.5-game lead on the Philadelphia Phillies atop the National League East, but they've now dropped four of their last five games,

The Atlanta Braves are moving on from of their pitchers, as they have designated Danny Young for assignment.

The Atlanta Braves have enjoyed a strong overall season. They did not enjoy a strong three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field this week, however. Atlanta was swept by Minnesota, as the lineup scored a total of just seven runs in the series.

It may not be the time to panic yet, but it's valid to say that the Atlanta Braves' latest skid is reflective of some familiar issues

That’s what happens when unsaid rules stay unsaid. Bat on the ground, another disappointment, another argument, and another ejection. The déjà vu is hard to miss.

The Braves lost their third straight to the Twins as they head off for a single game against the White Sox and then a two-series gauntlet against the best two teams in baseball. The Phillies signed once-Yankee starter Nestor Cortes,

The Atlanta Braves have added to their catching depth, as they have signed Chuckie Robinson to a minor league contract.