Jul 21, 2024; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies (1) is assisted off the field after being injured during a play against the St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Braves three-time All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies will be placed on the injured list after hurting his left wrist during Sunday’s 6-2 loss to the visiting St. Louis Cardinals.
Braves manager Brian Snitker said he expects to receive news on the severity of the injury later Sunday night.
Albies was covering second base on a steal attempt by Michael Siani of the Cardinals in the ninth inning. Siani bumped into Albies’ glove hand as the latter tried to catch the ball and apply a tag.
Albies was in immediate pain and tossed his glove aside. Snitker and a trainer rushed out and Albies quickly left the game.
During his postgame session, Snitker said Albies was still being evaluated.
“The runner hit it and that’s never good,” Snitker told reporters. “He’ll obviously go on the IL.”
Albies, 27, went 2-for-4 on Sunday to raise his average to .258. He has eight homers and 46 RBIs in 90 games.
Albies has been a key player for the Braves since reaching the majors in 2017. He has smacked more than 20 homers on four occasions, including a career-best 33 last season. He has topped 100 RBIs twice and 100 runs three times.
Zack Short replaced Albies in Sunday’s game.
–Field Level Media
The Atlanta Braves suffered a blow to their lineup as three-time All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies was injured during a game against the St. Louis Cardinals. Albies hurt his left wrist in the ninth inning while trying to make a play at second base, resulting in his exit from the game.
Braves manager Brian Snitker confirmed that Albies will be placed on the injured list and further updates on the severity of his injury are expected. The incident occurred when Michael Siani of the Cardinals collided with Albies’ glove hand during a steal attempt, causing immediate pain for the infielder.
Albies, known for his offensive prowess, has been a key player for the Braves since his major league debut in 2017. With a career that includes multiple 20+ home run seasons and over 100 RBIs and runs scored, his absence will be felt in the lineup.
In Albies’ absence, Zack Short stepped in to replace him during the game. The Braves will have to adjust their lineup and strategy as they navigate through this injury setback. Stay tuned for more updates on Albies’ condition and his expected return to the field.
