Atlanta Braves News
Braves score walk off win over Blue Jays 4-3
The Braves scored a walk-off win on Friday as Sean Kazmar scored on a wild pitch by Toronto’s Hector Perez to secure a 4-3 win. It wasn’t all good news for the home team as A.J. Minter left the game after facing just one batter due to stiffness in his pitching shoulder.
Minter’s exit could open door for Kimbrel
Minter’s shoulder just adds another question mark to a bullpen that has more than enough already. MLB.com’s Mark Bowman writes that Atlanta’s lack of late inning options could lead them to reconsider free agent closer Craig Kimbrel.
Swanson late scratch for Braves; Donaldson still on shelf, too
Dansby Swanson and Josh Donaldson were both scheduled to make their spring debuts on Friday but neither were in the Braves’ lineup against Toronto. Swanson was a late scratch after feeling some soreness in his wrist while taking BP. Donaldson has been full go since arriving at camp but was held back on Friday by the team’s medical staff as they look to pace him through the early part of spring.
Folty, Gausman hoping injuries won’t linger
The injuries have seemed to pile up on the Braves this week but Mike Foltynewicz and Kevin Gausman are hoping to be back sooner rather than later. Foltynewicz spoke with reporters Friday morning and didn’t sound concerned about the soreness in his throwing elbow. Gausman has been dealing with pain in his shoulder but is hoping to make his spring debut sometime next week.
Atlanta should look to Dallas for some help
With injuries piling up, should the Braves turn to free agent Dallas Keuchel in hopes of strengthening their rotation?
Braves’ top prospects for 2019: Composite rankings
Fox Sports’ Zach Dillard has updated his composite ranking for Braves prospects for 2019.
CoolToday Park Construction Winding Down
Construction at the Braves’ new spring training facility in North Port is nearing completion. The Braves will play an exhibition game at the new facility on March 24 against Tampa Bay and will move into the facility officially in 2020.
MLB News
Mike Trout Downplays Interest In Spring Contract Talks
With Bryce Harper now under contract the focus shifts to Angels outfielder Mike Trout who says he is focused only on getting ready for the season and not on a contract extension.
The San Diego Padres have agreed to terms with free agent reliever Adam Warren on a one year deal that includes a club-option for 2020.
Salvador Perez Diagnosed With UCL Damage
The Kansas City Royals took a hit on Friday when it was revealed that catcher Salvador Perez has a torn UCL in his throwing arm and will miss the entire 2019 season.
The best MLB free agents available with Bryce Harper and Manny Machado off the board
With Harper and Machado now off the market, Dallas Keuchel and Craig Kimbrel headline the list of the best remaining available free agents.
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