Braves' Sean Murphy Placed on Injured List with Oblique Strain

All-Star catcher's injury prompts call-up of Chadwick Tromp as backup; team explores additional options.

Sean Murphy, the Atlanta Braves' All-Star catcher, has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a strained left oblique muscle sustained during a swing in the season opener.
Chadwick Tromp has been called up from Triple-A Gwinnett to replace Murphy on the roster and will serve as backup to Travis d'Arnaud, who will take over the starting catcher role.
Murphy, who had a strong 2023 season with 21 home runs and a .251/.365/.478 batting line, expressed hope that the injury is minor and will not require a lengthy recovery.
This is Murphy's first oblique injury and his first stint on the injured list since joining the Braves before the 2023 season.
The Braves are considering their options for additional backup, including looking at external additions, as they hope for Murphy's quick recovery.