Sean Murphy (hip) Sidelined Until May; Braves Add Catching Depth

Braves catcher Sean Murphy (hip) is expected to be out until May after undergoing surgery in September to repair a right hip labral tear. He is slated to begin running exercises Tuesday and will likely start a rehab assignment in April. The Braves have signed veteran Jonah Heim to a one-year deal to add catching depth while Murphy recovers. Once healthy, Murphy is expected to share catching duties with Drake Baldwin.