Scouting Report: Chris Murphy
Chicago White Sox | RP
Overall
Summary
Sean Murphy, 31-year-old Atlanta Braves catcher, has been placed on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to May 11) with a fractured left middle finger sustained on May 11 during a catcher's interference play against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Manager Walt Weiss indicated Murphy will miss at least eight weeks, extending his absence into July and potentially beyond the All-Star break. This injury comes just four games into Murphy's 2026 season after he spent the first month rehabbing from hip surgery performed in September 2025. Murphy has struggled significantly in recent seasons, batting below the Mendoza Line in both 2024 and 2025, and has been plagued by recurring injuries including hip problems that required surgery. Sandy León was signed to replace him on the roster.
Strengths
- Veteran catcher with 8 professional seasons
- Previously signed to 6-year, $73 million extension with Braves in 2022
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