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Braves rotation hit by Pérez injury
Braves' starting rotation faces deepening crisis as Pérez lands on injured list with back issues
In brief
Braves' starting rotation faces deepening crisis as Pérez lands on injured list with back issues Braves have only three experienced starters for postseason after Pérez injury Originally reported by Mlb.
Braves add Mahle
Braves acquired Tyler Mahle before trade deadline but he allowed five runs over five innings in Thursday's loss to Reds.
Pérez placed on IL
Martín Pérez has been placed on 15-day injured list with lower back inflammation, retroactive to Monday.
Rotation depth concerns
Braves now have only three experienced starters for postseason: Chris Sale, Mahle, and Grant Holmes.
Pérez's postseason role
Pérez won't be eligible to pitch until Oct. 6, same date as NLDS Game 3, so likely won't participate in playoffs.
Bryce Elder status
Bryce Elder has made progress after knee surgery but manager Walt Weiss is unsure if he'll be ready for NLDS.
Postseason rotation plan
Braves could use Sale in Game 1, Mahle in Game 2, and Holmes in Game 3 if they sweep NL Wild Card Series.
2024 playoff injuries
Braves have faced multiple pitching injuries in past postseasons including Max Fried, Spencer Strider, and Charlie Morton.
In short
Braves have only three experienced starters for postseason after Pérez injury
