I think many felt that the Braves were due for better injury luck after the 2023 season.
Unfortunately, the 2024 season did not feel the same.
Monday brought with it more disappointing injury news for Atlanta, both before and during the 4-3 loss to the Cardinals on Monday night. The Braves valiant comeback attempt should have been the news of the evening, but that was not to be the case.
Early on Monday, the Braves announced Ray Kerr, who had shown some highly intriguing flashes as a starter and reliever earlier this season, will undergo Tommy John Surgery. Kerr is the latest significant arm in the franchise to suffer this fate this season.
During the game, shortstop Orlando Arcia exited early due to dizziness. Justin Toscano of the AJC detailed that Arcia could be given at least a day off to regain full health.
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Stephen Tolbert presented another consideration when it comes to the shortstop position, looking at the idea of the Braves potentially looking to add at the position at the trade deadline.
Geraldo Quintero had quite the game in the Braves farm system over the weekend.
Toscano also highlighted that Monday’s loss consisted of many minor mistakes.
Spencer Schwellenbach discussed his outing, and that despite the results, seemed to feel positive about his overall performance.
MLB News
The Phillies beat the Tigers on Monday, and pulled off a version of the Triple play that had not been completed in 95 years.
On the night they honored Willie Mays, the Giants won in walk-off walk fashion.
Angels left-hander Patrick Sandoval will undergo Tommy John Surgery.
In his attempt to come back from injury, the Dodgers have shut down Clayton Kewshaw due to shoulder soreness. Kershaw will be sidelined for at least a week.
The Padres placed Fernando Tatis Jr. on the 10-day IL. He could be sidelined through the All-Star Break.
MLB suspended Mets closer Edwin Diaz for 10 games following his ejection on Sunday due to illegal substances.
