The wild card round of the postseason has concluded, with some very telling results. Three out of the four losers got swept out of the playoffs, two of them at home. In fact, the high-powered Baltimore Orioles only scored one total run against the Kansas City Royals in two games in front of their home crowd. The Houston Astros, stricken with injuries throughout the year, were … [Read more...] about One Prospect from Each Wild Card Loser That Addresses Their Big Question Marks
Braves Offseason Dilemma: One to Keep, One to Let Go
The Atlanta Braves, similar to numerous other teams, are facing crucial decisions regarding their impending free agents. Following a quick elimination by the San Diego Padres in the National League Wild Card, the focus now shifts to the future for this injury-plagued team. The performance of these players could have a significant impact on the Braves’ 2025 season and … [Read more...] about Braves Offseason Dilemma: One to Keep, One to Let Go
Braves Postseason Roster Reveals Some Unexpected Omissions
The Atlanta Braves National League Wild Card Series roster is set in stone as they face the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach and NL Cy Young favorite Chris Sale did not make the roster. The Braves will use an even split of 13 pitchers and batters. Braves manager Brian Snitker told reporters Monday that Sale’s back issues became more concerning … [Read more...] about Braves Postseason Roster Reveals Some Unexpected Omissions
Sale Injury Leaves Braves’ Postseason Rotation in Flux
The Atlanta Braves scratched Chris Sale from his start on Monday against the New York Mets with back spasms. Sale was in line to start the all-important second game of a doubleheader against the Mets that determined the final two National League Wild Card spots. The Mets took the first game over the Braves, 8-7, in a dramatic, come-from-behind win at Truist Park. Chris Sale … [Read more...] about Sale Injury Leaves Braves’ Postseason Rotation in Flux
Braves Starter Makes Timely Return From Injury List
The Atlanta Braves have activated Dominican starting pitcher Reynaldo López from the injury list with right shoulder inflammation. His return comes at a crucial time as the Braves seek to clinch the postseason. Lopez will start against the Kansas City Royals, who claimed yesterday’s final AL wild card spot. They have not made it to the postseason since 2015. Last season, the … [Read more...] about Braves Starter Makes Timely Return From Injury List