Braves address Austin Riley's disappointing season following playoff exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Following the Atlanta Braves' elimination from the postseason, president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos discussed Austin Riley's struggles during the 2026 season. Riley recorded career lows in batting average at.222 and OPS at.662, along with a franchise-record 197 strikeouts. Despite these issues, Anthopoulos emphasized the team's belief in Riley's potential and plans to work on his offensive game. The Braves aim to make roster improvements this offseason, with addressing Riley's performance as a key concern moving forward.
- •Austin Riley finished the 2026 season with a.222 batting average.
- •Riley set a franchise record with 197 strikeouts this season.
- •Alex Anthopoulos acknowledged Riley's disappointing performance.
- •The Braves aim to improve their roster during the offseason.
- •Riley's turnaround is seen as vital for the team's future success.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Braves Send Austin Riley Message As Concerns Mount
"The Atlanta Braves’ boss offered a candid response about the star infielder’s shortcomings immediately after the season ended
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