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Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. The Atlanta Braves have wrapped up the series against the Colorado Rockies and now host the Toronto Blue Jays for a three-game set. The Braves enter play at 76-64, with the Blue Jays owning a 67-74 record. The Jays are dead last in the American League East and have had a forgettable season all-around.
Max Fried, Spencer Scwhellenbach, and Chris Sale are each penciled in to start for Atlanta. The series gets underway tonight at 7:20 ET as the Braves look to get back in the win column.
More Braves News:
Despite a good start from Reynaldo López, the Braves were unable to come away with the sweep after Thursday’s 3-1 loss to the Colorado Rockies.
Blake Burkhalter’s outing for Rome on Wednesday headlines the minor league recap.
After being designated for assignment earlier this week, left-hander Zach Logue has elected free agency.
David O’Brien of the Athletic caught up with Whit Merrifield following his scary hit by pitch.
MLB News:
The San Francisco Giants and third baseman Matt Chapman have agreed to a six-year, $151M extension.
The Tampa Bay Rays designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment. With 158 turns at the plate, he has produced a .122 average.
The Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Max Kepler on the 10-day injured list with tendinitis in his left knee.
The Philadelphia Phillies have selected the contract of right-hander Seth Johnson. He will start Sunday’s game against the Miami Marlins.
The New York Mets have claimed outfielder José Azocar off waivers from the San Diego Padres. To open up a spot on the 40-man roster, the club transferred right-hander Sean Reid-Foley to the 60-day injured list.
The Seattle Mariners have reportedly extended president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto through the 2025 season.
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Photo by Cole Burston/Getty Images
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. The Atlanta Braves have wrapped up the series against the Colorado Rockies and now host the Toronto Blue Jays for a three-game set. The Braves enter play at 76-64, with the Blue Jays owning a 67-74 record. The Jays are dead last in the American League East and have had a forgettable season all-around.
Max Fried, Spencer Scwhellenbach, and Chris Sale are each penciled in to start for Atlanta. The series gets underway tonight at 7:20 ET as the Braves look to get back in the win column.
More Braves News:
Despite a good start from Reynaldo López, the Braves were unable to come away with the sweep after Thursday’s 3-1 loss to the Colorado Rockies.
Blake Burkhalter’s outing for Rome on Wednesday headlines the minor league recap.
After being designated for assignment earlier this week, left-hander Zach Logue has elected free agency.
David O’Brien of the Athletic caught up with Whit Merrifield following his scary hit by pitch.
MLB News:
The San Francisco Giants and third baseman Matt Chapman have agreed to a six-year, $151M extension.
The Tampa Bay Rays designated catcher Alex Jackson for assignment. With 158 turns at the plate, he has produced a .122 average.
The Minnesota Twins placed outfielder Max Kepler on the 10-day injured list with tendinitis in his left knee.
The Philadelphia Phillies have selected the contract of right-hander Seth Johnson. He will start Sunday’s game against the Miami Marlins.
The New York Mets have claimed outfielder José Azocar off waivers from the San Diego Padres. To open up a spot on the 40-man roster, the club transferred right-hander Sean Reid-Foley to the 60-day injured list.
The Seattle Mariners have reportedly extended president of baseball operations Jerry Dipoto through the 2025 season.
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