# The Atlanta Braves Depth Will Be Put to the Test Again With Drake Baldwin Out Due to Injury

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Podcast: [Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-braves-daily-podcast-on-the-atlanta-braves-526948)
Published: 2026-05-20T13:18:50+00:00
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Atlanta Braves’ depth faces a crucial test as star catcher Drake Baldwin lands on the IL with a strained oblique, challenging a lineup already missing Sean Murphy. Can the Braves keep their offense rolling without their top bat? Jake Mastroianni breaks down Baldwin’s All-Star caliber start, the silver lining of Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return to the DH spot, and the team’s reliance on Sandy León and Chadwick Tromp behind the plate. Key topics include the Braves’ resilience through mounting injuries, clutch performances from Mauricio Dubón and Matt Olson, and Austin Riley’s ongoing struggles at the plate. The analysis spotlights J.R. Ritchie’s option to AAA, Martin Perez’s strong outing, and defensive woes from Ha-Seong Kim. Plus, a look ahead to Chris Sale’s matchup against the Miami Marlins and how Atlanta’s bullpen management could shape the series. Will the Braves’ next-man-up mentality carry them through another adversity-packed stretch?

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