What's Wrong With Austin Riley? His Weak Bat Keeps KILLING Rallies! | Atlanta Braves Podcast
Austin Riley's lack of performance at the plate early this season is hurting the Braves, and we saw it this weekend. How long until he gets going at the plate?
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Show Notes
Lindsay Crosby breaks down Austin Riley’s rough start to the season (six hits in 38 plate appearances, no homers, nine strikeouts, five infield fly balls) and why the process is concerning, noting how often Riley has made inning-ending outs and how his popups and missed pitches have hurt rallies. Crosby discusses whether Atlanta may need to move Riley down in the order and hopes increased involvement from Chipper Jones can help. The episode highlights the Braves’ standout defense—no players grading negative in key metrics, a perfect 12-for-12 on double-play chances, and how that support has contributed to MLB-best pitching numbers so far. Crosby then previews a three-game series in Anaheim, including the pitching matchups, Mike Trout’s day-to-day status, the Angels’ three-true-outcomes profile, and bullpen injuries the Braves could exploit.
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