Latest News About Braves

Here are the latest Braves updates as of mid-May 2026:

• Injuries and lineup notes

  • Sean Murphy was placed on the injured list with a fractured finger, prompting the Braves to sign veteran catcher Sandy León to add depth behind the plate. This comes after Murphy had just returned from the IL earlier in May. [source: MLB Braves news feed, May 12, 2026][1]
  • Ha-Seong Kim was activated from the injured list to rejoin the lineup for a series against the Cubs, while Eli White was placed on the 7-day concussion IL. This indicates continued adjustments to the roster due to injuries.[1]

• Key performances and roster moves

  • Drake Baldwin contributed offensively with a home run in a recent win over the Cubs, strengthening his production in an otherwise injury-plagued period for the club.[2]
  • Ongoing updates include the status of Ronald Acuña Jr., who was not activated within the week but is progressing through running drills as he recovers from a hamstring strain. A return is being evaluated after the homestand.[2]

• Additional coverage and context

  • Bleacher Report and other outlets highlighted injury updates and breakout performances as the Braves navigated a competitive season, noting the team’s early high-win pace and evaluating roster depth amid injuries.[3]
  • Local and national outlets (AJC, CBS Sports, MLB.com) have been tracking series results, player health, and bullpen/starter usage as the team aims to maintain momentum.[5][9][10]

If you’d like, I can pull one or two of these sources in full to give you exact quotes and a more precise snapshot of the Braves’ current situation. I can also summarize upcoming schedule dates and expected return timelines for injured players.