Braves Catcher Sean Murphy to Undergo Season-Ending Hip Surgery

Atlanta Braves catcher Sean Murphy will undergo season-ending surgery on Thursday to repair a labral tear in his right hip, the team announced. Recovery is expected to take four months, with Murphy anticipated to be ready for spring training. Murphy, who has three years and $45 million remaining on his contract, struggled this season, hitting .199 with 16 home runs and 45 RBIs in 94 games. This follows a 2024 season where he was limited to 72 games due to various injuries, hitting .193. His career-best year was 2023 with 21 homers and 68 RBIs. Rookie Drake Baldwin has emerged as the Braves' primary catcher, with Sandy León stepping in as backup for the remainder of the season.