Braves' Injury-Plagued Season Ends in Playoff Sweep by Padres

Atlanta's postseason hopes were dashed as injuries sidelined key players, culminating in a Wild Card Series loss.

The Braves were eliminated by the Padres in a two-game sweep in the National League Wild Card Series.
Key players, including Cy Young favorite Chris Sale and former MVP Ronald Acuña Jr., were sidelined due to injuries, impacting the team's playoff performance.
Max Fried, a crucial pitcher for the Braves, exited early in Game 2 after sustaining a hip injury from a line drive.
Despite the injuries, the Braves managed to secure their seventh consecutive playoff appearance, winning 89 games this season.
Manager Brian Snitker praised the team's resilience throughout a challenging season marked by significant roster changes.