Matt Olson has been absolutely crushing the ball this season. Through roughly 20% of the season, he is on pace for 55 homers and 65 doubles. He has a monster 171 wRC+, plays elite defense at the first base position, and is leading the NL in fWAR. With Olson leading the way, Drake Baldwin, Michael Harris, and Ozzie Albies have been premium offensive contributors as well. With Ronald Acuna seeming likely to miss at least some time with a hamstring injury, the Braves could really use Austin Riley stepping up and producing like he is paid to fill in some of that production for the time being. Austin has put together two nice nights at the plate in Coors, punctuated by a huge homer Saturday night. Here’s hoping that could be a turning point for Austin, because while the team has started this season incredibly well, some of this offensive production seems likely to come back to Earth, at least some, and especially without Ronald Acuna in the lineup.
Braves News
Ronald Acuna exited Saturday’s game with a hamstring injury, with details presumably coming soon, as he is set to receive an MRI.
Alex Anthopoulos had an interesting conversation with 92.9 The Game, covering a few notable topics.
Chris Sale and Drake Baldwin led the way to a 9-1 blowout of the Rockies.
The Braves optioned Anthony Molina, re-signing Carlos Carrasco to the major league roster.
Grant McAuley took a look at Bryce Elder’s strong season so far.
MLB News
Cardinals’ Lars Nootbar is set to begin his rehab assignment in the next couple weeks.
The Mets extended catcher Luis Torrens for another two years to the tune of $11.5 million.
JT Realmuto returned from injury for the Phillies after 10 days, DFAing Dylan Moore.
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