On Friday night, the Atlanta Braves will host the Texas Rangers at Truist Park in Georgia.
They have been off since Sunday due to the All-Star break.
Ahead of their series with the Rangers, the Braves announced that Owen Murphy will make his first career start.
@SleeperBraves wrote: “Braves probable pitchers vs the Rangers this weekend Friday – Chris Sale Saturday – Owen Murphy Sunday – Grant Holmes I like seeing Murphy with an opportunity to start right out of the gate”
Friday – Chris Sale Saturday – Owen Murphy Sunday – Grant Holmes
I like seeing Murphy with an opportunity to start right out of the gate
Braves Pitcher Makes Heartfelt Post
Before the series, Murphy made a post to Instagram.
He wrote: “July 6th, 2026 The day my childhood dreams came true. So thankful for my family and all those who have supported me throughout this journey! 🪓”
There were over 2,300 likes on the post in less than 24 hours.
Here’s what people were saying in the comments:
AJ Smith-Shawver: “Congrats my guy!”
@nicnovak24: “Keep killing it brotha! So excited to keep watching your journey”
@maxtonpolad: “Never a doubt. You deserve all of this”
@marco.ruiz17: “It was only a matter of time ! Congrats Bro 🙌🏼”
Looking at Murphy
Murphy was picked in the 1st round of the 2022 MLB Draft by the Braves.
He has appeared in two games, going 0-1 with a 2.25 ERA.
Fans are very excited to see his first start in Atlanta.
@milb_central wrote (on July 6): “The Atlanta Braves are calling up Owen Murphy to the majors. AAA stats: 3.88 ERA | 60.1 IP | 65 SO | .207 AVG”
Looking at the Braves
The Braves are currently at the top of the National League East with a 55-40 record in 95 games.
They are coming off a series where they dropped two out of three games to the St. Louis Cardinals in Missouri.
Over their last ten games, the Braves have gone 5-5 (and they are 27-18 in 45 games at home).
Currently, they are 2.0 games ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Atlanta Braves Pitcher Makes Heartfelt Post Ahead of First Career MLB Start