#atlanta-braves

#atlanta-braves

Marcell Ozuna is absent from the Braves lineup while Sean Murphy takes on the DH role and rookie Drake Baldwin impressively bats fourth, coming off a six-RBI game.

Chavez, 41, has experienced multiple roster changes this year, being signed to minor league deals, selected and then designated for assignment by Atlanta.

Dane Dunning, traded from the Texas Rangers to the Atlanta Braves, previously held a 4.36 career ERA in Texas but had challenges in the 2024 season.

The Atlanta Braves made a strategic shift during the 2025 MLB Draft, focusing on position players for the first time in six years, especially with their first three picks.

"To create an environment where you can spend eight, nine hours at The Battery and the field, and still feel like you have all the time in the world, I think they've done a wonderful job building this place," Dodgers and former Braves All-Star first baseman Freddie Freeman said.

Ethan Conrad, drafted by the Chicago Cubs, showcased remarkable skills, slashing .372/.495/.744 with seven home runs and 27 RBIs despite a shoulder injury limiting his 2025 season to 21 games.

Ozzie Albies has a career 108 wRC+ and more than 20 career WAR yet has struggled in 2025 with a slash line of .223/.292/.315 over 90 games.

Bryce Elder struggled against the Angels, allowing four earned runs over five innings, while the Braves' offense only managed one run from a late homer.

Drake Baldwin could win the National League Rookie of the Year award. His performance has been impressive, with significant improvements over the months.