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.

The Atlanta Braves have been without both Austin Riley and Ronald Acuña Jr., but both got updates on their recovery.

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Doctors will evaluate Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley on Wednesday to determine the next steps as he continues to battle an abdominal injury.