Atlanta Braves Third Baseman Austin Riley Faces Crucial Offseason

Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley heads into a pivotal offseason following the most challenging year of his eight-year career. The Braves' highest-paid player saw his OPS fall to .654 while setting a franchise record with 201 strikeouts across 159 games. Riley acknowledged his struggles and the need for swing adjustments. He is signed through a 10-year, $212 million extension as Atlanta looks to help him regain his All-Star form.