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Braves' Sean Murphy Out for Season with Hip Injury

9/9/2025

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Sean Murphy, Atlanta Braves catcher, is on the 10-day injured list with a torn labrum in his right hip.
He will have surgery and needs about four months for rehabilitation, targeting a return by spring training.
This injury concludes Murphy's 2025 season, marking his second consecutive year with major injuries.
Drake Baldwin will step in as the starting catcher, with Sandy León as the backup.
The Braves recalled Dane Dunning from Triple-A Gwinnett to adjust their pitching staff.

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Sean Murphy, Atlanta Braves catcher, is on the 10-day injured list with a torn labrum in his right hip.
He will have surgery and needs about four months for rehabilitation, targeting a return by spring training.
This injury concludes Murphy's 2025 season, marking his second consecutive year with major injuries.
Drake Baldwin will step in as the starting catcher, with Sandy León as the backup.
The Braves recalled Dane Dunning from Triple-A Gwinnett to adjust their pitching staff.