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Braves 3B Austin Riley leaves game with tightness on his left side

Braves 3B Austin Riley leaves game with tightness on his left side

Atlanta third baseman Austin Riley left the Braves' game Sunday night against the New York Mets because of tightness on his left side. Riley was replaced by Zack Short in the bottom of the fourth inning. Braves manager Brian Snitker said Riley felt a little discomfort during batting practice, but didn't tell anyone on the staff.