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Braves announce Sean Murphy absence for Yankees series finale

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:36 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Braves announce Sean Murphy absence for Yankees series finale

Summary

The Atlanta Braves will conclude their series against the New York Yankees on Sunday, seeking to avoid a three-game sweep after losing Saturday's game 5-4. Sean Murphy was not in the lineup for the previous loss and remains out for Sunday's game, despite recently returning from injury. Murphy is currently batting.091 with two hits in six games this season. The Braves have released their starting lineup for the game, which features players like Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson.

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Status Watch

•Braves lost 5-4 to Yankees on Saturday
•Sean Murphy is out of the lineup for Sunday's game
•Braves hope to avoid a three-game sweep
•Murphy's batting average is currently.091 this season
•Starting lineup for Sunday includes Ronald Acuna Jr.

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7:36 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Announce Sean Murphy Decision Before Yankees Series Finale

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