Austin Riley Aims for 30 HR, 90 RBI After Injury-Riddled Seasons

Atlanta Braves slugger Austin Riley, coming off injury-shortened 2024 (oblique, fractured right hand) and 2025 (abdominal strain, sports hernia surgery), is confident for the upcoming season. Riley expects 30+ homers and 90-100 RBIs annually, stating, "I expect it every year." His right hand, fractured in August 2024 and in a cast for 14 weeks, was cleared for hitting in January. With an unrestricted offseason and feeling physically and mentally ready, Riley has shown pop in his bat during Spring Training, including three consecutive opposite-field homers in batting practice.