Braves face opening season with Murphy’s broken rib and Tromp as sole catcher, sparking stage for dynamic roster reshuffle ahead of Opening Day

Braves Deal with Catcher Setback

The Atlanta Braves are gearing up for the upcoming season with a significant setback in their catching department. Starting catcher Sean Murphy will be sidelined for four to six weeks due to a broken rib sustained from a pitch by Will Kempner. With Murphy and Chadwick Tromp as the only catchers on the 40-man roster, the Braves are faced with a crucial decision to address this gap before Opening Day.