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Braves catcher Baldwin lands on IL, roster shaken up
19 May
Summary
- Catcher Drake Baldwin placed on injured list with oblique strain.
- Star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. reinstated from injured list.
- Chadwick Tromp called up to share catching duties.
The Atlanta Braves announced several roster moves on Tuesday, including placing catcher Drake Baldwin on the injured list due to a right oblique strain. Baldwin, who has been a strong offensive performer with 13 home runs and 38 RBIs, was not showing obvious signs of injury.
This development occurred one day after the Braves activated star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. from his injured list stint for a hamstring issue. To replace Baldwin, the team called up Chadwick Tromp, who will join veteran Sandy León in managing catching responsibilities.
Further adjustments saw the Braves designate reliever Aaron Bummer for assignment and demote rookie starter JR Ritchie. Right-handed pitcher Victor Mederos was promoted from Triple-A Gwinnett as part of these roster shuffles.
