The Atlanta Braves announced their NLDS roster, and there were very few surprises. First and foremost, Dansby Swanson, who is dealing with a partially torn ligament in his left hand, is officially out for the Dodgers series.
So by moving Charlie Culberson into the starting role at shortstop, the Braves needed a backup infielder and that man is Ryan Flaherty, who can play all over the diamond. Rio Ruiz was perhaps a possibility, but Big River can only play the corner infield spots, so Flaherty was the obvious choice.
Losing Swanson hurts the Atlanta Braves so much more than just his presence in the field and reputation for delivering the key hit.