Atlanta Braves expected to release catcher Sandy Leon as injuries mount
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are predicted to part ways with catcher Sandy Leon as Drake Baldwin prepares to return from injury. Leon, 37, has struggled this season, posting a.083 batting average and has not reached base since his initial hits. The Braves have been relying on catchers Sandy Leon and Austin Wynns, following injuries to Baldwin and Sean Murphy. As Baldwin's return looms, Leon's future with the team appears uncertain, with a possible release expected once the roster stabilizes.
- •Drake Baldwin could return by the end of the week.
- •Sandy Leon has a.083 batting average this season.
- •Sean Murphy is sidelined with a broken finger.
- •Austin Wynns has been acquired to fill the catching role.
- •Leon has not reached base in multiple games since his initial hits.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves predicted to cut ties with 37 y/o catcher as Drake Balwin's return looms
"The return of Drake Baldwin could spell problems for other Braves' catchers.
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