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Atlanta Braves MAILBAG: What If Austin Riley Can’t Find it?
Atlanta Braves enter uncharted territory as Austin Riley’s struggles at the plate intensify. Can the Braves contend if their $22 million third baseman remains an “automatic out”? Jake Mastroianni fields fans’ burning questions, assessing Riley’s recent performance, mental approach, and the dilemma of whether Atlanta could—or should—consider a third-base upgrade.
Other key storylines include the Braves’ inconsistent base-stealing strategy, who steps up with Ronald Acuña Jr. injured, and which prospects have true star potential. Pitching confidence is tested as fans debate Bryce Elder’s trade…
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