Braves News: Long road trip on tap, Mike Foltynewicz and more

Atlanta Braves News

Braves bludgeoned in 11-2 matinee loss to Padres

Mike Foltynewicz struggled as the Braves wrapped up their homestand with an 11-2 loss to the San Diego Padres. Foltynewicz discussed the velocity drop on his fastball with MLB.com’s Mark Bowman.

“I’m getting guys out, so I’m not worried about [the velocity drop],�? Foltynewicz said. “I’ve just got to get my off-speed where it needs to be. The fastball command has been good. They hit a couple balls well today, but it’s mostly been my slider that hasn’t been working.�?

Braves option Shane Carle to Triple-A

Shane Carle allowed five runs in just one inning of work during Thursday’s loss to the Padres and was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett following the game. The Braves didn’t announce a corresponding roster move but Jonny Venters or Touki Toussaint appear to be options. Venters is currently on a rehab stint with Gwinnett while Toussaint was scratched from his scheduled start on Thursday.

Braves set to begin long road trip in Miami

The Braves will begin a long 10-game road trip on Friday with a three-game series in Miami against the Marlins. Here is a closer look at the pitching matchups we are scheduled to see over the weekend.

Fan confidence in direction of Braves plummets

This week’s FanPulse voting showed a sharp decline for confidence in the direction of the Atlanta Braves. Confidence plummeted from 84 percent last week to just 58 percent this week. Confidence in Brian Snitker’s performance as manager also declined but was nothing compared to the overall direction of the team.

Examining the new and improved Dansby Swanson

Dansby Swanson has made a number of adjustments and is off to the best start of his career.

Ozzie Albies surges, Ronald Acuña Jr. slumps and Josh Tomlin makes an impact

Ozzie Albies has been on fire since assuming the full-time leadoff role. That and notes on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Josh Tomlin from The Athletic’s David O’Brien.

Baseball America Releases New Top 100 and has 8 Braves prospects

Baseball America released an updated Top 100 list and the Braves are once again well represented with eight prospects making the cut.

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MLB News

The Marlins will determine the winner of the National League East

The NL East figures to be one of the most competitive divisions in the majors this season and how teams do against the Marlins will go a long way in determining who takes home the division crown.

Indians to detail Kluber’s prognosis on Friday

The Cleveland Indians will place right-hander Corey Kluber on the injured list on Friday and are expected to give an update on his prognosis. Kluber underwent additional tests on Thursday to help determine the length of his absence.

AZ Excellence: ‘The only good thing that year’ — An oral history of Randy Johnson’s perfect game

Zach Buchanan for The Athletic provides an oral history of Randy Johnson’s perfect game at Turner Field in 2004 including thoughts from John Schuerholz and Chipper Jones.