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Braves Two-Time All-Star Dubbed a Playoff X-Factor

Given the current status of the Atlanta Braves, some bounce-back seasons would be helpful. That was quite the bold statement. I know. Call me a man who has a way with words.

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New Look Represents Fresh Start Braves' Austin Riley Seeks

Take two for getting back to form for Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley is a go. After he had a slow start to 2024 and lost the final couple of months of the season to an injury, the goal was to put that behind him and get back to work in 2025.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / February 5

Braves' Austin Riley's Stock Drop Further Reflected in Lastest Top-10

Austin Riley saw his stock take another hit ahead of the 2026 season. According to MLB Network, the Atlanta Braves third baseman ranked just the No. 10 third baseman in the game.

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Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / January 31

Austin Riley Announces New Partnership Ahead of 8th Season With Braves

The Atlanta Braves are looking to bounce back in 2026 and reestablish themselves as a legitimate contender in the National League. If they do, a major factor will be improved production from several key players, especially third basemanAustin Riley, who has been inconsistent over the last two seasons.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Atlanta Braves News / LWOSports.com / January 27

Can Austin Riley Return to Elite Form in 2026? Analyzing the Braves Star’s Path Back

For three years, from 2021 to 2023, Austin Riley was not just a key component of the Atlanta Braves, he was one of the premier third basemen in Major League Baseball.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 13

Braves Austin Riley Labeled MVP Candidate Despite Top-100 Players Snub

The past couple of seasons for Austin Riley have left him with something to prove, and one analyst has his back. MLB Network is set to release its top 100 players list for the 2026 season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 1

Three Players Who Could Make or Break Braves' 2026 Season

The Atlanta Braves have been hard at work improving the team for next season. They've made moves that arguably made the team better. However, the season will still be decided by the current players on the staff and how they perform.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 28

2025 Braves Players Year in Review: Austin Riley

There are few players that the Atlanta Braves should be more thankful for than Austin Riley. He’s been a consistent player for the team on offense and defense, all while staying clear of drama and negative press.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 20

Atlanta Braves Stars Positioned for Major Milestones in 2026

At the start of every baseball season, there are milestones to keep an eye out for, and the Atlanta Braves are far from an exception to the rule. A few of their stars, including Matt Olson, Austin Riley and Jurickson Profar, are all on pace to reach some new career milestones in the upcoming season, whether in hits, home runs or RBIs.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 23

CBS Sports Names Braves All-Star a Fantasy Bust Candidate

In a 2025 season in which the Atlanta Braves failed dramatically to meet preseason expectations, struggled with injury and landed the superlative of “most disappointing team,” the hits just seem to keep on coming.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 22

Two Atlanta Braves Stars Among Silver Slugger Award Finalists

The Atlanta Braves have two players among the finalists for the 2025 Silver Slugger Awards. Matt Olson is a finalist among first basemen, and Austin Riley is a candidate among third basemen.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / September 13

Expectations for Braves Austin Riley Remain High for Next Season

Austin Riley’s focus has shifted to being ready for action in 2026. The Atlanta Braves’ third baseman’s season came to an early end again after suffering

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 23

Braves Brian Snitker Opens Up About Riley Injury

Going forward, Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley will be watching the remainder of the season away from the diamond. This week, he underwent core-muscle surgery to repair a sports hernia.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 21

2025 Injury Report: Updates on Ohtani, Riley, Tucker

It’s been a busy last 24 hours on the injury front. Shohei Ohtani didn’t start on the 21st after sustaining an injury while pitching. Kyke Tucker secretly dealt with a hand injury, and the Braves will be without another key piece for the final five weeks of the year.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 21

Austin Riley undergoes season-ending surgery

According to the Atlanta Braves official Twitter/X account, Austin Riley has undergone core injury surgery and will miss the remainder of the season. He is expected to be a full go for Spring Training in 2026.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Braves' Austin Riley undergoes season-ending core surgery

The Braves announced Thursday that third baseman Austin Riley has undergone core injury surgery, which will end his season.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / August 20

This is not great news for the Braves and Austin Riley

The Braves offense has caught fire over the last few weeks, and they’ve been doing it without one of their best bats in Austin Riley. Riley initially hit the Injured List with an abdominal strain following a July 11th game with the St.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / August 19

Atlanta Braves Dealt Concerning Austin Riley Update on Tuesday

The Atlanta Braves’ hopes of getting third baseman Austin Riley back in the near future have taken a step back. On Tuesday, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Gabe Burns reported that Riley experienced renewed soreness in his abdomen during a workout and is not expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list anytime soon.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / August 4

Braves Austin Riley Placed on 10-Day IL with Lower Abdominal Strain

The Atlanta Braves are once again facing injury setbacks as third baseman Austin Riley was placed on the 10-day injured list Monday for the second time in the past month due to a strained lower abdominal muscle.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 4

Braves 3B Austin Riley returns to IL with ab strain

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley headed back to the 10-day injured list on Monday with a strained lower abdominal muscle. Riley, 28, returned to the lineup on July 25 after missing two weeks with a right abdominal strain.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Braves 3B makes return to injured list with abdominal strain

He missed about two weeks with an abdominal strain last month as well.

Braves star injured in Speedway Classic at Bristol

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Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 3

Braves 3B Austin Riley exits game with lower abdominal pain

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley, not long removed from the injured list, exited Sunday's 4-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds in the MLB Speedway Classic with a lower abdominal injury.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / August 3

Braves star injured in Speedway Classic at Bristol

In a season full of hard luck occurrences for the Atlanta Braves, Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Reds dealt them another one.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 19

Latest injury update on Austin Riley

On July 12th, Austin Riley left in the middle of the Braves contest against the St. Louis Cardinals with an injury that was later revealed as an abdominal strain.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 31

Austin Riley needs to start playing like the highest paid player in Braves history

Simply put, Austin Riley hasn’t been good enough for the Braves since the club made him the highest-paid player in franchise history. Riley and the Braves agreed to a 10-year, $212 million contract on August 1st in 2022, amid the slugger’s best season as a pro.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / May 5

Austin Riley, Braves look to change fortune vs. Reds

Atlanta third baseman Austin Riley brings a red-hot bat into the opener of a four-game homestand against the Cincinnati Reds on Monday. Riley was 5-for-12 with a double, two homers and four RBIs in the weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.