Austin Riley: The Rising Star of the Atlanta Braves

From Rookie to All-Star: Riley's Rapid Rise

Born on April 2, 1997, Michael Austin Riley is an American professional baseball third baseman for the Atlanta Braves of Major League Baseball (MLB).

Riley's rise to prominence has been meteoric. Drafted by the Braves in the 2015 MLB draft, he made his MLB debut in 2019 and quickly established himself as a force at the plate and in the field.

A Collection of Accolades

Individual Accomplishments

• National League All-Star (2021)
• NL Silver Slugger Award (3B) (2021)
• All-MLB First Team (3B) (2021)
• NL Player of the Week (7/23/22)
• Finished seventh in NL MVP voting (2022)
• NL Gold Glove (2022)

Team Accomplishments

As a key member of the Atlanta Braves, Riley has played a significant role in the team's recent success:

• 2021 World Series Championship
• 2021 National League East Division Champions

Breaking Records and Making History

In July 2022, Riley broke Hank Aaron's Braves record for most home runs in a month (14).

In August 2022, it was announced that Riley had signed a 10-year, $212 million contract extension with the Braves, keeping him in Atlanta through the 2032 season.

A Promising Future

At just 26 years old, Riley is entering the prime of his career.

With his exceptional talent and unwavering determination, he has the potential to become one of the most dominant players in the MLB for years to come.