Austin Riley -- General News
General News sources for Austin Riley of the Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Braves third baseman Austin Riley has struggled significantly to start the 2026 MLB season, posting a .190 batting average with a .274 on-base percentage and .588 OPS through 32 games. Riley acknowledged his poor performance in an interview, stating he hasn't played this poorly in an extended period. Despite the on-field struggles, Riley announced a new collaborative clothing line with apparel company Unie Worldwide and outdoor brand Realtree Outdoors via Instagram before Friday's series opener against the Rockies. The announcement included a behind-the-scenes video showcasing performance-driven apparel designed by Riley, with the product set to release soon. Riley, drafted by Atlanta in the first round of 2015, continues to expand his off-field brand presence while remaining with the organization. The Braves overall are performing well at 22-10, positioning themselves as the top seed in the National League East.