What once appeared to be a settled fifth starter spot for the Atlanta Braves has quickly turned into one of the more intriguing storylines of camp. With Spencer Schwellenbach’s elbow inflammation muddying the picture, Atlanta now has a legitimate spring competition on its hands.
Joey Wentz, Bryce Elder, Hurston Waldrep and José Suarez are all in the mix, giving the Braves options and turning what felt like a formality into some competition as Opening Day nears.
More Braves News:
Alex Anthopoulos spoke to the media about the starting rotation, Ha-Seong Kim, and more.
There will be 15 televised spring training games in the coming weeks, beginning on February 22.
In the final year of his contract, Chris Sale spoke with the media about his future in Atlanta.
MLB News:
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed starting pitcher Zac Gallen on a one-year, $22.05M deal. The deal is worth the same qualifying offer that he earlier rejected.
The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a multi-year deal with right-hander Shelby Miller. He is guaranteed $2.5M over two years.