Sean Murphy: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 22

Braves Sean Murphy Putting Last Season's Struggles Further Behind Him

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy continues to silence the doubters. His three-run home run in the eighth inning capped off a five-run rally to take the lead and proved to be the game-winner.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 21

Sean Murphy returns to the lineup hitting seventh

Jarred Kelenic hits eighth Another day, another Braves lineup: Sean Murphy returns after a breather yesterday and is hitting seventh. He hit eighth in his return from the Injured List for some reason, but has hit somewhere between fourth and sixth since.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 18

Braves need to find a place for Drake Baldwin to play everyday

Sean Murphy’s 2024 campaign, marred by injuries and inconsistent play, left many questioning his standing entering this season. Those concerns were only exacerbated by an injury suffered in Spring Training after taking a 95 MPH fastball right to the ribs.

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Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 15

Drake Baldwin catches, Sean Murphy at DH in Braves lineup

Two catchers, as requested by the people. The Braves, who are without Marcell Ozuna this week in Toronto, are starting both Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy on Tuesday night.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 15

A lot of Braves fans owe Sean Murphy an apology

When the Braves opted not to pickup Travis d’Arnaud‘s option, all eyes landed on Sean Murphy, who was coming off the worst season of his career. The veteran backstop began the season from hell with an oblique injury that sidelined him for two months, but when he returned, he struggled.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / April 13

Return Of Sean Murphy Has Been Big For Atlanta

Since being reinstated from the injured list on April 8th, Braves catcher Sean Murphy has provided a shot in the arm to a lineup that desperately needed it.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 13

Sean Murphy heard the noise, and is playing with something to prove

It took a while to find another bright spot for the Braves outside of Spencer Schwellenbach‘s dominant start to the season, but the return of Sean Murphy has been just what the doctor ordered for a struggling offense.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 13

How would you get Drake Baldwin more playing time?

Sean Murphy’s back and Drake’s gonna have trouble Drake Baldwin made the Opening Day roster this year, largely because of the absence of the Braves’ regular catcher Sean Murphy.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 13

Sean Murphy’s hot start continues

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Saturday On Saturday evening, the Atlanta Braves finally picked up their first road win of the season in a come-from-behind 5-4 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 12

Braves finally pick up a road win

Two big homers from Sean Murphy and four homers from the Braves in total helped give the Braves a very satisfying come-from-behind win. The Atlanta Braves have won a road game.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 12

Sean Murphy and Nick Allen return to lineup

After getting the day off on Friday, Sean Murphy is right back in there for today’s contest. The lineups for both teams have officially been released and the Atlanta Braves will be heading into the middle game with the Tampa Bay Rays with a couple of changes as far as their lineup goes.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 11

The latest exciting Ronald Acuña Jr. injury update

Is it possible the Braves finally have some positive momentum building? Sean Murphy returned for the first time this season and had a massive impact in Atlanta’s first series win, a critical one over the division leading Philadelphia Phillies.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Braves manager Brian Snitker applauds Sean Murphy after 4-RBI season debut vs. Phillies

The Atlanta Braves entered Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Phillies with an MLB-worst 1-8 record. The Braves lost seven straight to begin the season before a 10-0 win over the Miami Marlins on Friday.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 9

Sean Murphy’s big night and another Braves trade

In what almost feels like a must-win series in April for the Braves, if there can even be such a thing, Sean Murphy‘s triumphant return helped Atlanta to just their second win of the season over the Phillies, mashing a three-run homer in his first at-bat of the season.

Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / April 9

Sean Murphy, Braves bid to pick up steam vs. Phillies

Perhaps the return of Sean Murphy is just what the doctor ordered for the Atlanta Braves. The Braves hope to post back-to-back wins for the first time this season on Wednesday when they host the Philadelphia Phillies in the middle contest of a three-game set.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

Sean Murphy blasts 3-run HR to lift Braves past Phillies

Sean Murphy hit a three-run home run in his first game of the season, helping the Atlanta Braves post a 7-5 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 8

Braves Catcher Elects For Free Agency After Being Designated for Assignment

Catcher Chadwick Tromp has elected free agency after being outrighted to Triple-A, the Atlanta Braves announced on Tuesday. Tromp was designated for assignment on Sunday after the Braves activated starting catcher Sean Murphy from the Injured List.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7

Braves make big decision on top prospect with Sean Murphy IL activation

Everyone expected the Atlanta Braves to activate 2023 All-Star Sean Murphy off the injured list, but many were surprised to see whom he was replacing on the MLB roster.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Braves Activate Sean Murphy, Designate Chadwick Tromp

The Braves announced that catcher Sean Murphy has been activated from the 10-day injured list. Fellow backstop Chadwick Tromp was designated for assignment to create space on Murphy on the active roster.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 5

Braves get huge Sean Murphy injury update

The Atlanta Braves’ 2025 season has not gone according to plan up to this point. As of this story’s writing, the Braves hold a lackluster 1-7 record. Help could be on the way soon, however.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 3

History suggests Braves are facing a long road back from terrible start

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Braves Catcher Sean Murphy Provides Much-Needed Positive Update

In his first live action since he went down with a cracked rib injury, Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy flashed some power at the plate. In his first

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / April 1

Terrible start exposes cracks in foundation for Braves

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Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / March 30

A's DFA Piece From Sean Murphy Trade with Atlanta Braves, Milwaukee Brewers

Earlier today, the Athletics elected to designate outfielder Esteury Ruiz for assignment, and claim left-hander Angel Perdomo off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels.

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / March 3

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / March 3

$Braves C Sean Murphy (fractured rib) out 4-6 weeks$

Braves C Sean Murphy (fractured rib) out 4-6 weeks

Atlanta Braves starting catcher Sean Murphy will miss the start of the season with a rib injury, MLB.com reported Monday. The former All-Star and Gold Glove winner will be sidelined for 4-6 weeks with a cracked rib on his left side.