PT TODAY: Culberson, Hechavarría to cover for Albies injury

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Braves | Ozzie Albies to IL
Atlanta Braves 2B Ozzie Albies (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion Wednesday, Aug .5.   Source: MLB.com
 
BHQ take: Albies reportedly has been struggling with a sore wrist for some time now, and that could explain his current 2-for-21 skid. Atlanta is hoping a little rest will do the wrist wonders, but at this time it’s now clear how long Albies will be out. Among the players who could see a boost in playing time are Charlie Culberson and Adeiny Hechavarría. The former has been a career utility man who has never had more than 296 at bats in a...

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