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Baseball pundits continue to stress that the Atlanta Braves will not be sellers at the MLB trade deadline. But players on the Atlanta roster keep arising in trade rumors.

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Another reason Braves should keep Sean Murphy

When Sean Murphy hit the injured list, Braves Country was ready to trade the veteran out of Atlanta in favor of the rookie Drake Baldwin. Something I always felt was quite ridiculous.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 10

Sean Murphy and Eli White return to face off against the Brewers in game two

The Atlanta Braves make a slight shuffle with today’s lineup after yesterday’s 7-1 victory The lineups are set in what Atlanta Braves fans hope is a continuation of yesterday’s (7-1) performance against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 9

Could Houston Astros Pull Off Trade for NL East Slugger Ahead of Trade Deadline?

The Houston Astros have been on absolute fire over the past several weeks, rocketing up the AL West standings to a division-leading 36-29 record. This comes after the team suffered some early growing pains, which caused them to get off to a somewhat slow start.

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / June 9

What A's DFA of Former Los Angeles Dodgers Prospect Tells Us

Somehow, the Athletics trade with the Atlanta Braves (and Milwaukee Brewers) for Sean Murphy keeps getting worse. A couple of weeks ago, Athletics on SI revisited that trade, and determined that the A's would have been better off just releasing Murphy than trading him, since the green and gold received negative WAR back in the deal.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 6

Sean Murphy gets the start and Austin Riley bats second against the Giants

Sean Murphy and Austin Riley both hit a HR last time they faced Birdsong It would be nice to say that the Atlanta Braves’ offense has been feast or famine after yesterday’s ten run output.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 4

Sean Murphy gets the start at catcher for Braves vs. Diamondbacks

The lineups have been released for this middle game of the three-game series between the Atlanta Braves and the Arizona Diamondbacks. If you’re a fan of a slight reshuffle and seeing the same players in slightly different positions in the lineup, then boy do I have news for you!

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 4

Time for the Braves to consider an all offense lineup

When you start the season 27-32 and trail not one but two divisional foes by 10 games, you lose a lot of the luxuries you should be afforded at this point of the season.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / May 23

Underrated Player From Braves Sean Murphy Trade DFA'd by Milwaukee Brewers

To say that the Athletics ended up doing a pretty bad job with the return in the Sean Murphy trade would be an understatement. The Atlanta Braves, thought to be receiving the best player in the deal, did fairly well for themselves, landing Murphy from the A's.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 22

3 players Atlanta Braves fans are already fed up with in 2025

The Atlanta Braves entered the 2025 season with sky-high expectations, but a sluggish start and inconsistent performances have tested the patience of their passionate fanbase.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 20

Sean Murphy returns to lineup as Spencer Strider returns to mound

Otherwise, the Braves will use the same ol’ batting order Unsurprisingly, Sean Murphy is back in the lineup with the Nationals throwing southpaw Mitchell Parker at the Braves: The Braves had an opportunity to give Stuart Fairchild another start, but opted to keep Alex Verdugo in the leadoff spot and left field instead.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 19

The Braves shouldn’t trade Sean Murphy or Drake Baldwin

I guess this is a hot take around some parts of Braves Country, but the club shouldn’t trade either one of Sean Murphy or Drake Baldwin. I’m not even quite sure why some fans in Atlanta can’t comprehend that having two top 10 catchers in baseball is a luxury.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 18

How’s that decision to decline Travis d’Arnaud’s option working out?

The Braves have a lovely set of catchers The Atlanta Braves were definitely in an austere state of mind over the postseason. They moved on from Travis d’Arnaud over the winter, placing primary catcher duties with Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin as backup.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 18

Sean Murphy once again dealt raw deal with Braves

Sean Murphy has once again been dealt a raw deal with the Braves. Last year, it was an oblique strain, a struggling offense, and Travis d’Arnaud. This year, it’s Drake Baldwin.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 28

Looking Into Braves Sean Murphy's Insane Early Home Run Pace

Sean Murphy returned to the Atlanta Braves with a bang. He homered in his return, and his been belting them out consistently since. Regardless of how good he’s looked at the plate, this level of power was unexpected.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 22

Braves Sean Murphy Putting Last Season's Struggles Further Behind Him

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy continues to silence the doubters. His three-run home run in the eighth inning capped off a five-run rally to take the lead and proved to be the game-winner.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 18

Braves need to find a place for Drake Baldwin to play everyday

Sean Murphy’s 2024 campaign, marred by injuries and inconsistent play, left many questioning his standing entering this season. Those concerns were only exacerbated by an injury suffered in Spring Training after taking a 95 MPH fastball right to the ribs.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / April 13

Return Of Sean Murphy Has Been Big For Atlanta

Since being reinstated from the injured list on April 8th, Braves catcher Sean Murphy has provided a shot in the arm to a lineup that desperately needed it.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 9

Sean Murphy, Braves bid to pick up steam vs. Phillies

Perhaps the return of Sean Murphy is just what the doctor ordered for the Atlanta Braves. The Braves hope to post back-to-back wins for the first time this season on Wednesday when they host the Philadelphia Phillies in the middle contest of a three-game set.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

Sean Murphy blasts 3-run HR to lift Braves past Phillies

Sean Murphy hit a three-run home run in his first game of the season, helping the Atlanta Braves post a 7-5 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 6

Sean Murphy Returns to MLB Roster

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy sat on the Braves’ never ending injury list for longer than fans would’ve liked. During the off season and through the Spring the Braves worked, like they did for many other positions, to find a replacement for the 30 year-old while he recovered.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 3

History suggests Braves are facing a long road back from terrible start

The 2025 Major League Baseball season is through its first week and there is still one team that does not have a win. That is the Atlanta Braves who fell to 0-7 on Wednesday night in a walk-off loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Braves Catcher Sean Murphy Provides Much-Needed Positive Update

In his first live action since he went down with a cracked rib injury, Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy flashed some power at the plate. In his first

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / March 3

Three Braves under the most pressure in Sean Murphy's absence

With Murphy sidelined, who will need to step up for the Braves to begin the season?

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 3

$Braves C Sean Murphy (fractured rib) out 4-6 weeks$

Braves C Sean Murphy (fractured rib) out 4-6 weeks

Atlanta Braves starting catcher Sean Murphy will miss the start of the season with a rib injury, MLB.com reported Monday. The former All-Star and Gold Glove winner will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks with a cracked rib on his left side.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 3

Braves catcher to miss start of season for second consecutive year

He has a cracked rib on the left side of his ribcage and will be out for the next four to six weeks, manager Brian Snitker announced Monday.

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Atlanta Braves News / Just Baseball / January 3

Sean Murphy is a Pivotal Piece to Atlanta’s Success in 2025

For the first time since 2019, the Atlanta Braves will be without Travis d’Arnaud. After declining his $8 million option, d’Arnaud quickly signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels.