"For one, he once again mentioned that Sean Murphy likely will miss the start of the 2026, which could make backup catcher a need for the Braves in the early part of the season. The hope is that once Murphy does return, he will be closer to full health than he has been in years. But the time frame of when that will occur is still to be determined."
"But the time frame of when that will occur is still to be determined. Bowman also mentioned that Brandon Gaudin and CJ Nitkowski should be back as the broadcast duo for the Braves even though the home of the Braves TV Broadcast is still to be determined. That is definitely positive news as Gaudin and Nitkowski are highly thought of in Braves County. Former Brave Pierce Johnson signed a deal with the Reds."
Sean Murphy likely will miss the start of the 2026 season, creating a potential need for a backup catcher in the early part of the year. The expectation is that when Murphy returns he will be closer to full health than in recent seasons, but the precise timing of his return remains undetermined. Brandon Gaudin and CJ Nitkowski are expected to return as the Braves' broadcast duo, even though the Braves' television home has not yet been finalized. Gaudin and Nitkowski are highly regarded among Braves fans. Former Brave Pierce Johnson signed a deal with the Cincinnati Reds.
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