Braves struggle offensively amid injury concerns in June
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are experiencing a significant downturn in offensive performance this month. Following a strong start to the season, the team has plummeted to 27th in batting average, 28th in slugging, and last in wRC+. Injuries to key players such as Ronald Acuña Jr., Michael Harris II, and Sean Murphy have contributed to this slump. Amid the discussions about potential changes in coaching, questions are being raised about the effectiveness of hitting coach Tim Hyers. The team is grappling with a myriad of injuries as they approach the All-Star Break.
- •Braves ranked 27th in batting average and last in home runs in June.
- •Ronald Acuña Jr. is expected to return after the All-Star Break.
- •Injuries impacting Michael Harris II and Sean Murphy have hurt team performance.
- •Questions surrounding Tim Hyers' role as hitting coach are increasing.
- •Mauricio Dubon has excelled, posting a 145 wRC+ in June.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Does Tim Hyers need to go?
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