Braves fans, take a deep breath. After a whirlwind week that had us all on an emotional rollercoaster, we've finally reached a much-needed off day.
But don't get too comfortable—the action returns Tuesday night as the Atlanta Braves kick off a crucial homestand against the Chicago Cubs. And this series opener is shaping up to be one for the books.
Here's the headline you've been waiting for: Ha-Seong Kim is officially back. According to reports from Korean outlet SBS News and baseball insider Lindsay Crosby, Kim has completed his rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett and will be activated for his season debut tomorrow night.
Kim's rehab stint with the Gwinnett Stripers saw him slash .263/.333/.316 with a .649 OPS across five games. When you factor in his four-game stretch with Double-A Columbus, those numbers jump to a more impressive .286/.412/.321 with a .733 OPS. Solid production from a player shaking off the rust and ready to make an impact.
But that's not all on the Braves' injury front. The team is expected to provide an update on Sean Murphy's hand condition tomorrow, and we're all hoping for positive news on Eli White, who entered concussion protocol earlier this week.
And if that wasn't enough to get you excited for Tuesday's game, the Braves announced during their Q1 earnings call that they'll be honoring two legends—Ted Turner and Bobby Cox—during tomorrow night's festivities. More details are coming, but you'll definitely want to be in the stands or tuned in for what promises to be an unforgettable evening.
From a comeback debut to honoring icons, Tuesday night at Truist Park is the place to be. Get your gear ready, Braves Country—this one's going to be special.
