The offense has been disappointing all year. It is averaging 4.2 runs per game, which ranks in the bottom half of the league. Although former All-Stars Marcell Ozuna and Ozzie Albies have underperformed, the Braves have been hurt recently by the unavailability of Austin Riley.

Braves manager Brian Snitker said Austin Riley would have likely been activated from the injured list on Tuesday had the team been preparing for a playoff game. “I think it’s just smart to piggyback with \[Thursday’s off-day,