Austin Riley struggles in 2026, faces pivotal offseason with Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Austin Riley had a challenging 2026 season with the Atlanta Braves, experiencing a significant drop in performance. He set a franchise record with 201 strikeouts while posting a.654 OPS, marking a decline over recent years. After the Braves were eliminated by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS, Riley acknowledged the need for improvement and expressed determination to analyze his swing. The Braves now face the task of addressing their offensive issues as they head into the offseason.
- •Riley's OPS fell for the sixth consecutive year in 2026.
- •He had 159 games with 18 home runs and 61 RBIs this season.
- •Braves were eliminated by the Dodgers in the NLDS.
- •Riley aims to make significant changes to his swing this offseason.
- •The Braves need to resolve their offensive troubles heading into 2027.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Austin Riley enters the Winter at a career crossroads
"After Riley had a another tough season despite staying healthy, there are plenty of questions for the third baseman
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