The Braves are in full swing when it comes to Spring Training.
The Braves have two Spring Training games in the books, and Sunday’s game against the Rays featured one of the more intriguing storylines to follow over the next several weeks in the performance of Ian Anderson. With multiple spots to fill in their pitching staff, Anderson is a sensible candidate for the Braves to consider. However, while only so much can be taken from one performance to start the Spring, it was not an ideal beginning for Anderson.
He allowed three walks and one run over 1.2 innings, as Anderson’s control was a struggle from the start. This has been a concern for Anderson since he returned from Tommy John surgery, and is something that must be significantly better for the Braves to truly trust him with an Opening Day role. While Anderson should get more chances to this Spring, noticeable improvement is needed for him to be a reliable option for the Braves to consider.
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Justin Toscano of the AJC spoke with Joe Jimenez about his knee injury and progression in recovery.
Mark Bowman looked at the outfield setup for the Braves, highlighting a potential platoon for Jarred Kelenic and Bryan De La Cruz until Ronald Acuna Jr. returns.
David O’Brien covered many topics, including Eli White expanding his versatility to the infield this Spring.
The Braves and Orioles game today was moved back three hours to 4:05 EST due to potential inclement weather. Reynaldo Lopez is scheduled to start.
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Sandy Alcantara looked very good in his return to the mound on Sunday.
The Cardinals could be open to moving veteran arm Eric Fedde this Spring.
Veteran outfielder Kevin Pillar signed with the Rangers on a minor league deal.