Overview
- Braves manager Walt Weiss said Tuesday that Drake Baldwin could be activated from the injured list during the club’s next home stretch, the June 16–21 homestand at Truist Park.
- Baldwin has been sidelined since May 18 with an oblique strain and was placed on the injured list after a hot start to 2026.
- With Baldwin out, Chadwick Tromp and Sandy Leon have shared catching duties while backup Sean Murphy also remains sidelined with a fractured finger.
- Before the injury Baldwin had a breakout start to the season, hitting .303 with 13 home runs and 38 RBIs in 48 games and ranking among the team leaders in value metrics.
- If Baldwin returns in mid‑June it would restore depth behind the plate, increase the Braves’ offensive firepower and shape lineup decisions that could affect All‑Star consideration and minutes for other catchers.