Atlanta Braves Lose Austin Riley for 6-8 Weeks

Riley Suffers Hand Fracture

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley is expected to miss approximately six to eight weeks after sustaining a hand fracture.

The injury occurred on Sunday during the game against the Los Angeles Angels when Riley was hit by a pitch.

X-rays and other tests conducted afterwards were inconclusive, but further evaluation revealed the fracture.

Implications for the Braves

Riley's injury is a significant setback for the Braves, who are currently in contention for the final NL wild-card spot.

The Braves will need to fill the void left by Riley, who is one of their most productive hitters.

Manager Brian Snitker has not yet announced who will replace Riley at third base, but several options are available.

Recovery Timeline

Riley is expected to miss six to eight weeks, which will keep him out of the lineup until mid-September.

The Braves hope that Riley will be able to return before the end of the regular season and contribute to a potential playoff run.

However, the team will need to play well in his absence to maintain their position in the wild-card race.