Tyler Mahle Making Second Start for Braves After Trade
Mahle's debut with Atlanta went well, and he takes the mound again Wednesday against the Mets following his recent acquisition.
Tyler Mahle was recently traded to the Atlanta Braves and has already made his first start with the club. That debut was described as successful. He is scheduled to start again Wednesday night against the New York Mets. The trade to a contender appears to have had a positive effect on the right-hander.
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Braves Releasing Carlos Santana From Triple-A Gwinnett Minor League Deal
Per ESPN's Jeff Passan, Atlanta is releasing 1B Carlos Santana from his non-roster deal, making him a free agent in search of a new club.
Braves Call Up LHP Ray Kerr
Atlanta promotes left-hander Ray Kerr to the big-league roster in a corresponding bullpen move.
Holmes Stays in Rotation; Smith-Shawver Bullpen Role Possible
Atlanta manager Weiss confirmed Holmes's rotation spot while leaving open the possibility of Smith-Shawver shifting to relief if the bullpen needs help.
Braves Weighing Smith-Shawver Call-Up as Holmes Return Looms
Atlanta's front office is still deliberating on promoting Smith-Shawver, with timing potentially tied to Clay Holmes' availability out of the bullpen.
Chris Sale Hits 99.1 mph in 108-Pitch Gem, Extends Elite K Streak
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Weiss to Meet With Umps Over Sale Balk Call Ahead of Tonight's Start
Atlanta's manager is taking proactive steps with the umpiring crew to prevent a repeat of the balk ruling that affected Sale's most recent outing.