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Braves backup catcher Manny Piña to undergo wrist surgery, out for season

Piña’s injury will open the door for William Contreras as the team’s backup catcher.

Manny Piña, who the Braves signed last winter as Travis d’Arnaud’s primary backup behind the plate, will undergo surgery on his troublesome left wrist and miss the remainder of the season.

An MRI revealed ligament damage in Pina’s wrist. He is expected to be ready for spring training

— Kris Willis (@Kris_Willis) May 11, 2022

Piña had been battling the wrist ailment since March and will now miss the remainder of the season.