Atlanta Braves News: Matt Olson hits 300th Home Run, Jonah Heim Traded to Oakland, More

DENVER, CO - MAY 03: Matt Olson #28 of the Atlanta Braves rounds first base after hitting a one-run double in the sixth inning during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on Sunday, May 3, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Ray Bahner/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Getty Images Monday was a rare time where the Braves made some costly mistakes that lead to a 5-4 loss to Seattle despite the Braves being up 4-0 at one point. Atlanta had some bad early luck despite plenty of loud contact, but finally connected for 4 solo home runs to seem firmly in control of the contest.

However, Walt Weiss left J. R. Ritchie in the game a bit took long, and the 5-run sixth inning for Seattle that came as a result was all the difference in the game.

Disappointing for sure to see, but thankfully a rare occurrence so far this year. A fun moment from game was Matt Olson connecting with his 300th career home run . Not only does that put him in some pretty elite company with that power production at this stage in his career, it also is another milestone checkpoint in what could be a Hall of Fame Career.

Braves News Once Sean Murphy returned, the Braves made the somewhat obvious move and DFA’d Jonah Heim. Only a few hours later, he was traded to Oakland for cash considerations. Ha-Seong Kim is taking the next step in his rehab assignment to Gwinnett.