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Braves Option Murphy After Rough Debut, Add Hernández

7/19/2026

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The Braves optioned Owen Murphy to Gwinnett and selected Elieser Hernández on July 19, 2026.
Owen Murphy allowed three runs (two earned) in 2 2/3 innings in his MLB debut, a 7-6 loss to Texas.
Walt Weiss said Owen Murphy threw but left some pitches, warned team must improve pitching before the Aug. 3 deadline, noted Martín Pérez appeared in the bullpen, AJ Smith-Shawver's return, and Ronald Acuña Jr. could rejoin soon.

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The Braves optioned Owen Murphy to Gwinnett and selected Elieser Hernández on July 19, 2026.
Owen Murphy allowed three runs (two earned) in 2 2/3 innings in his MLB debut, a 7-6 loss to Texas.
Walt Weiss said Owen Murphy threw but left some pitches, warned team must improve pitching before the Aug. 3 deadline, noted Martín Pérez appeared in the bullpen, AJ Smith-Shawver's return, and Ronald Acuña Jr. could rejoin soon.