Atlanta Braves’ Win Streak Ends with 4-3 Loss to Giants, Michael Harris Sidelined with Foot Injury
The Atlanta Braves’ impressive five-game winning streak came to an end on Sunday with a 4-3 loss to the San Francisco Giants. Despite the defeat, Atlanta still managed to win the series and now looks forward to their upcoming matchup against the New York Mets on Monday.
The Braves faced Sunday’s game without centerfielder Michael Harris, who was a late scratch from the lineup due to a bruised foot. Harris had fouled a ball off his foot during Saturday’s game and woke up sore on Sunday. Fortunately, X-rays revealed no serious damage, and Harris is hopeful to return to the lineup for Monday’s game against the Mets.
Given Atlanta’s comfortable lead in the standings, the team has no incentive to rush Harris back onto the field. The good news is that his injury seems to be minor, providing some relief for both Harris and Braves fans.
In other Braves news, veteran pitcher Charlie Morton, who will turn 40 in November, has been a valuable asset for the team this season. The Braves hold a $20 million option for Morton for next season, but the pitcher stated that his focus is on winning another World Series. He will decide in the offseason whether it’s time to call it a career.
Furthermore, rookie right-hander Allan Winans will make his third career start in Monday’s opener against the Mets, as confirmed by manager Brian Snitker. Winans impressed in his previous outing against the Mets, pitching seven scoreless innings. This decision also allows the rest of the rotation to have an extra day of rest.
In MLB news, the San Francisco Giants had several developments leading up to Sunday’s finale in Atlanta. Shortstop Brandon Crawford was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a forearm strain, with Luis Matos taking his place on the active roster. Matos homered off of Max Fried during the game. Additionally, the Giants announced the call-up of top pitching prospect Kyle Harrison, who will start Tuesday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
The Cincinnati Reds received a boost with the reinstatement of Hunter Greene from the 60-day injured list, adding a key piece back into their rotation.
Meanwhile, the New York Yankees are currently enduring an eight-game losing streak, which has increased the pressure on manager Aaron Boone. Boone recently held a closed-door meeting with general partner Hal Steinbrenner and general manager Brian Cashman.
Injury news also affected other teams, as the St. Louis Cardinals are awaiting test results to determine if outfielder Dylan Carlson will require season-ending ankle surgery. Toronto Blue Jays’ first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. left Sunday’s game with discomfort in his left middle finger, but the injury does not appear to be serious.
In other MLB announcements, Major League Baseball revealed that the New York Yankees and Detroit Tigers will participate in the 2024 Little League Classic, while the Philadelphia Phillies activated outfielder Brandon Marsh ahead of their game against the Washington Nationals. The Seattle Mariners’ rookie pitcher Emerson Hancock left their game against the Houston Astros in the second inning due to a strained right shoulder.
As the Braves prepare for their next series and Atlanta sports fans eagerly await Harris’ return, stay tuned for more updates on Battery Power, your source for all things Braves-related.
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