Braves' August Offense Is Legitimately Weak, Not Just Unlucky
Atlanta's team wOBA and xwOBA both rank in the bottom quarter of MLB in August, suggesting real offensive struggles beyond variance.
The Braves are scoring just 3.67 runs per game in August, ranking 25th in MLB. Their team wOBA (.298, 23rd) and xwOBA (.302, 22nd) confirm the offense is underperforming broadly. Bright spots include Yaz, Olson, and Riley, who all rank in the top third of MLB by wOBA. Acuna and Baldwin are underperforming their contact quality, while Albies and Dominic Smith are struggling even relative to weak contact metrics.
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Ha-Seong Kim Barely Used in 19 Games on Atlanta's Roster
Kim has appeared in just 4 of 19 games since joining the Braves, going 0-for-3 with minimal impact, echoing the sparse usage pattern of predecessor Jorge Mateo.
Braves Send Jim Jarvis to Triple-A
Atlanta optioned the 25-year-old shortstop after a rough August in which he hit just .071 across 42 plate appearances.
Danny Young Clears Waivers, Outrighted to Triple-A by Braves
The left-hander cleared waivers after being DFA'd and has been sent to Gwinnett, though he holds the right to elect free agency instead.
Danny Young Outrighted to Triple-A After Clearing Waivers
The Braves sent lefty Danny Young to Gwinnett after his DFA cleared waivers. He has the right to elect free agency but would forfeit remaining salary.
Braves Keep Hicklen, Option Jarvis After Doubleheader Roster Move
Atlanta retains Brewer Hicklen following his 27th-man role, while Jim Jarvis is sent to the minors in a corresponding move.
Braves Recall OF Brewer Hicklen, Option INF Jim Jarvis to Triple-A Gwinnett
Atlanta announced the roster move, bringing Hicklen back to the active roster while Jarvis heads down to Gwinnett.