The article discusses the anticipated start of the 2024 season for the Atlanta Braves, highlighting Sean Murphy's impactful 2023 season. However, an oblique strain in the opening game derailed his early performance. After a challenging return, Murphy struggled significantly for weeks but gradually improved, showcasing better plate discipline and power. Yet, despite these signs of recovery, his season numbers were below expectations due to a troublingly low batting average on balls in play (BABIP), reflecting the lingering effects of his injury on his overall performance.
Sean Murphy's oblique strain at the start of the season served as a troubling omen, impacting his performance after a promising 2023 campaign.
Upon returning, Murphy displayed poor numbers initially, slashing just .143/.208/.224 with a notably low wRC+, raising concerns over his health.
By June, after a slow start, Murphy began to recover his form, but a low BABIP hindered his overall performance despite some power resurgence.
While Murphy's second half featured improved plate discipline and power, his combined season performance still fell short of expectations, highlighting injury impacts.
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