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Braves’ season-long injury hell just got much worse as Reynaldo Lopez goes down
By Erich Richter,
4 hours ago
In a season full of devastating injuries, the Braves have somehow been hit with yet another one to a crucial player as they fight to make it to the MLB playoffs.
All-Star starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez was placed on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with right shoulder inflammation, a day after he was pulled from his start against the Nationals after one inning.
Lopez, 30, is having a career year in his first season with the Braves, as he boasts a 2.03 ERA in 24 starts.
Reynaldo López had been a revelation this season for the Braves. USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con
He is eligible to return from the IL on Sept. 26, which is the final game of the crucial three-game Mets-Braves series in Atlanta ahead of the final weekend of the regular season.
The Mets and Braves entered Wednesday tied for the final NL wild-card spot at 79-66.
It is unlikely that Riley will return during the regular season, but he could make a reappearance during the playoffs if they get there.
Star second baseman Ozzie Albies has also been out for multiple weeks as he recovers from a fractured left wrist.
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Atlanta concludes their two-game-set with the Nationals on Wednesday before they begin a dangerous four-game home series against the NL West-leading Dodgers.
After the big Mets series, the Braves finish the season with three home games against the Royals, while the Mets visit the Brewers.
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