Scouting Report: Daniel Murphy
Chicago Cubs | 1B
Overall
Summary
Sean Murphy, 31-year-old Braves catcher, placed on 10-day IL (retroactive to May 11) with fractured left middle finger sustained during catcher's interference on May 11 vs. Dodgers. Expected to miss at least 8 weeks total. Murphy had just returned from hip surgery rehabilitation, making his 2026 debut on May 4 after missing the first month of the season. In his brief return, he went 1-for-14 in four games with concerning offensive performance. This is the latest in a series of injuries plaguing Murphy in recent seasons, including hip problems requiring surgery in September 2025.
Strengths
- Veteran catcher with 8 MLB seasons of experience
- Previously signed to 6-year, $73M extension with Braves in 2022
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