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Braves catcher Sean Murphy out 4-6 weeks, likely to miss Opening Day

Atlanta Braves starting catcher Sean Murphy will miss four to six weeks due to a cracked rib on his left side.
Top prospect Drake Baldwin is being considered to replace Murphy for Opening Day on March 27, 2025.
Manager Brian Snitker expressed sympathy for Murphy, stating, 'You hate it for the player.'
Baldwin's performance in the minors has significantly improved, earning him a ranking from Baseball America as a potential first-division regular.

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Braves catcher Sean Murphy out with injury: Will Drake Baldwin get his shot?

Braves catcher Sean Murphy is sidelined for 4-6 weeks with a cracked rib after taking a pitch to the chest on Friday. His absence opens the door to top prospect Drake Baldwin. Murphy's struggles this season contribute to the uncertainty.

1 month ago·India

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Braves catcher Sean Murphy out 4-6 weeks, likely to miss Opening Day

That timetable would put Murphy out until at least the end of March or early April.

1 month ago·Atlanta, United States

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Braves starting catcher Murphy out 4-6 weeks

Braves starting catcher Sean Murphy will miss the start of the season with a rib injury.

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Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy suffers cracked rib, expected to miss 4–6 weeks

It’s more bad luck for Murphy, who suffered a left oblique injury on opening day 2024 and missed significant time across what he called a “frustrating

1 month ago·Atlanta, United States

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Braves Catcher Sean Murphy Out 4 to 6 Weeks With Cracked Rib

NORTH PORT, Fla. (AP) — Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy has a cracked rib and is expected to miss four to six weeks, the team said on Monday. The injury gives top prospect Drake Baldwin the chance to start the season as the starting catcher. Murphy, 30, was an All-Star in 2023 but struggled last season after an abdominal strain on opening day and batted .193 with 10 homers and 25 RBIs in 72 games. The Braves declined Travis d’Arnaud’s $8 mill…

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Braves Former Gold Glove Winner Suffers Rib Injury

Atlanta Braves starting catcher Sean Murphy has suffered a cracked left rib and is expected to miss 4 to 6 weeks. He will miss the start of the season, and Drake Baldwin is expected to be the starting catcher. Murphy, who is 30 years old, has had bad luck with injuries. Last season, Murphy only appeared in 72 games as he dealt with an elbow and oblique injury. With Opening Day a few weeks away, Murphy will have time to recover and could return t…

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