Braves Place Austin Riley on 10-Day Injured List Again

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley was placed on the 10-day injured list again due to a strained lower abdominal muscle, an injury he suffered while tagging out Cincinnati’s Elly De La Cruz during the Braves' 4-2 win in the MLB Speedway Classic. This marks the second time Riley has been sidelined with this injury in less than two months, having previously missed time in July. The Braves recalled infielders Nacho Alvarez Jr. and Jonathan Ornelas from Triple-A Gwinnett to fill the roster gaps, while outfielder Jarred Kelenic was optioned back to Triple-A. Riley, batting .260 with 16 home runs and 54 RBIs this season, is unlikely to return immediately as the Braves are currently out of playoff contention. The team has been significantly impacted by injuries this season, also losing key players Ronald Acuña Jr., Grant Holmes, and Chris Sale to various ailments. Alvarez is expected to take over the majority of playing time at third base during Riley’s recovery.