Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker revealed that Austin Riley will be examined within the next couple of days to determine the severity of his abdomen injury and to decide if he will require placement on the injured list. This announcement came after the team’s 4-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds in the MLB Speedway Classic held in Bristol, Tennessee.

Details Surrounding Riley’s Injury and Playing Time During the Game

Riley’s injury occurred during a defensive play when he executed a diving tag on Reds’ Elly De La Cruz to stop a run in the bottom of the first inning. He appeared to experience lower abdominal pain from that moment. After striking out in his sole plate appearance—which began on Saturday and resumed Sunday—he played just two innings on the field. He was substituted by pinch hitter Luke Williams during the top of the third inning, after which the Braves confirmed Riley was removed due to discomfort in his lower abdomen.

Potential Impact on Braves’ Lineup and Next Steps

Riley’s current abdominal concern raises worries about a setback linked to his prior lower abdominal strain, which led to a stint on the injured list from July 12 through July 25. Should the Braves decide to place Riley on the injured list again, it is expected that Nacho Alvarez will be called up from Triple-A Gwinnett to fill the everyday third baseman role. The team is awaiting the results of further evaluations before making any decisions regarding Riley’s status and health moving forward.