Braves News: Austin Riley returns, disastrous ending in Queens, and more

The Atlanta Braves announced a series of roster moves ahead of Thursday night’s matchup in Queens. Up first, the club reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the paternity list and recalled right-hander Daysbel Hernández to Atlanta. To clear a roster spot, the club designated infielder Zack Short for assignment.

Luckily, Riley just missed one game since the Braves were rained out. He came back strong in his return, recording two hits.

Hernández has logged 9.2 innings this season and has yet to surrender a run. This will likely be another short stint for him, as a starting pitcher will be promoted in the coming days.

As for Short, playing time in Atlanta became very unlikely after Nacho Alvarez Jr. and Whit Merrifield were added.

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MLB News:

Dylan Cease no-hit the Washington Nationals and threw the second no-hitter in San Diego Padres history.

The A’s placed closer Mason Miller on the 15-day injured list due to a fractured left hand. In a corresponding move, the club activated Ross Stripling.

The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees are reportedly interested in left-hander Rich Hill. The 44-year-old is currently a free agent.

The Baltimore Orioles placed INF/OF Jorge Mateo on the 10-day injured list with a left elbow subluxation. The injury came on Tuesday after a collision with shortstop Gunnar Henderson.

A’s starters Luis Medina and Alex Wood are each out for the season. Medina is set to undergo Tommy John surgery, and Wood will undergo a procedure on his shoulder.

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired left-hander A.J. Puk from the Miami Marlins. In exchange, the Marlins will receive two prospects.

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich is aiming to avoid surgery after experiencing lower back inflammation.