Refreshed Braves open second half with series win behind Drake Baldwin, Austin Riley

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Maura Carey, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 20, 2026 · 2 min read

After returning from an oblique injury that kept him sidelined for nearly a month, Braves catcher Drake Baldwin said he found himself desperate for a hit.On Sunday, in the finale of the Braves’ three-game home series against the Texas Rangers, Baldwin had no problems making contact. The catcher w...

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