Braves manager Brian Snitker said Austin Riley would have likely been activated from the injured list on Tuesday had the team been preparing for a playoff game. “I think it’s just smart to piggyback with \[Thursday’s off-day,

The Atlanta Braves have activated third baseman Austin Riley from the injured list on ahead of a weekend series at Texas.

The Braves have reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the 10-day injured list. The two-time All-Star had been on the IL since July 12 with a right abdominal strain.