Atlanta Braves News
Freeman, Riley key Braves in 10-2 win over Cardinals
Freddie Freeman and Austin Riley finished with three hits each while Julio Teheran threw five more scoreless innings to help the Atlanta Braves rout the St. Louis Cardinals 10-2 in Thursday’s series finale.
Austin Riley joins Braves brotherhood of prospects to homer in MLB debuts
Austin Riley homered in his Major League debut on Wednesday joining a select group of prospects. Here is a look at others who have turned that feat.
Road to Atlanta Podcast: Podcast mailbag with the Talking Chop crew
Talking Chop’s minor league writers are back with a mailbag episode on the latest episode of The Road to Atlanta podcast. The discuss several topics including Austin Riley’s promotion, Drew Waters and Cristian Pache and their thoughts on Kyle Wright’s command issues. Please subscribe!
MLB Draft
Mock Draft: Rutschman remains at top
MLB Pipeline has updated its latest mock draft offering and has the Braves going with Junior College right-hander Jackson Rutledge with the No. 9 pick. At No. 21, they project Clemson shortstop Logan Davidson to Atlanta.
MLB News
Nats may activate Turner for Cubs series
Some rare good news for the Nationals. Injured shortstop Trea Turner completed a full workout at Nationals Park Thursday afternoon and could be activated in time for this weekend’s three-game series against the Cubs.
Nationals Expected To Place Anibal Sanchez On 10-Day IL
However, not everything is good news for Washington. Right-hander Anibal Sanchez suffered a left hamstring strain in Thursday’s start and is likely headed to the injured list. He will undergo an MRI exam to determine the extent of the injury on Friday.