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Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. After a successful homestand, the Atlanta Braves head to New York for a three-game set with the Yankees. The Braves enter play with a 41-31 record and sit seven games out of the division lead. The Yankees own an impressive 51-26 record and sit atop the American League East.
Chris Sale, Charlie Morton, and Max Fried are each scheduled to take the mound. The Yankees are sending out Carlos Rodon, Marcus Stroman, and Nester Cortes.
The Braves aim to carry the momentum into New York and keep up the offensive spark that appeared during the homestand.
More Braves News:
After a tough stretch offensively, Sean Murphy is coming to life. David O’Brien of the Athletic discusses Murphy’s latest offensive surge.
It’s officially mock draft season, and Keith Law’s latest draft projects RHP Braylon Doughty to the Braves. ESPN has pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje to Atlanta.
Didier Fuentes had an impressive outing Wednesday in Augusta, striking out seven in six innings. More in the minor league recap.
Fan-favorite Jesse Chavez might just be putting together an All-Star season.
David O’Brien discusses Hurston Waldrep’s future, mock drafts, and more.
Ken Sugiura of the Atlanta-Journal Constitution analyzes Spencer Schwellenbach’s major league starts and discusses his future in Atlanta.
MLB News:
The legendary Willie Mays was honored once again at Rickwood Field.
The Kansas City Royals are now among teams in on Tommy Pham, who is likely to be traded shortly.
The Los Angeles Angels placed starter Jose Soriano on the 15-day injured list with an abdominal infection. The move is retroactive to June 17.
Milwaukee Brewers rookie Robert Gasser is set to undergo UCL surgery. He will likely be sidelined for 12 months.
The Washington Nationals have released right-hander Robert Gsellman after a disastrous run for Triple-A Rochester.
New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez is expected to miss eight weeks due to an oblique strain. Skipper Aaron Boone called the injury “pretty significant.”
Reliever Tim Hill agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Yankees, and in a corresponding move, the club designated left-hander Clayton Andrews for assignment.
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Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. After a successful homestand, the Atlanta Braves head to New York for a three-game set with the Yankees. The Braves enter play with a 41-31 record and sit seven games out of the division lead. The Yankees own an impressive 51-26 record and sit atop the American League East.
Chris Sale, Charlie Morton, and Max Fried are each scheduled to take the mound. The Yankees are sending out Carlos Rodon, Marcus Stroman, and Nester Cortes.
The Braves aim to carry the momentum into New York and keep up the offensive spark that appeared during the homestand.
More Braves News:
After a tough stretch offensively, Sean Murphy is coming to life. David O’Brien of the Athletic discusses Murphy’s latest offensive surge.
It’s officially mock draft season, and Keith Law’s latest draft projects RHP Braylon Doughty to the Braves. ESPN has pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje to Atlanta.
Didier Fuentes had an impressive outing Wednesday in Augusta, striking out seven in six innings. More in the minor league recap.
Fan-favorite Jesse Chavez might just be putting together an All-Star season.
David O’Brien discusses Hurston Waldrep’s future, mock drafts, and more.
Ken Sugiura of the Atlanta-Journal Constitution analyzes Spencer Schwellenbach’s major league starts and discusses his future in Atlanta.
MLB News:
The legendary Willie Mays was honored once again at Rickwood Field.
The Kansas City Royals are now among teams in on Tommy Pham, who is likely to be traded shortly.
The Los Angeles Angels placed starter Jose Soriano on the 15-day injured list with an abdominal infection. The move is retroactive to June 17.
Milwaukee Brewers rookie Robert Gasser is set to undergo UCL surgery. He will likely be sidelined for 12 months.
The Washington Nationals have released right-hander Robert Gsellman after a disastrous run for Triple-A Rochester.
New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez is expected to miss eight weeks due to an oblique strain. Skipper Aaron Boone called the injury “pretty significant.”
Reliever Tim Hill agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Yankees, and in a corresponding move, the club designated left-hander Clayton Andrews for assignment.
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