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Braves Injury Update: Baldwin Back, Strider Headed to Rehab
atlanta-braves-news2 months ago

Braves Injury Update: Baldwin Back, Strider Headed to Rehab

Braves injury updates bring both relief and caution: Drake Baldwin returns from a four-week oblique strain, while Spencer Strider will be shut down for four weeks and begin a rehab plan rather than requiring surgery. Austin Wynns was outrighted to Triple-A in Baldwin’s return, and Ronald Acuña Jr., Baldwin, and Ozzie Albies are projected NL All-Star starters as Atlanta looks ahead to a Brewers series and notes Carrasco’s return to the organization.

Braves move Wynns to Triple-A as Baldwin returns
sports2 months ago

Braves move Wynns to Triple-A as Baldwin returns

Atlanta reinstated Drake Baldwin from the 10-day IL and outrighted catcher Austin Wynns to Triple-A Gwinnett, creating a 40-man roster spot. Wynns has the right to elect free agency; he’s a journeyman catcher with experience across several clubs. With Murphy and Baldwin sidelined earlier, the Braves shuffled catchers and added Sandy León and Chadwick Tromp, and Baldwin’s return means León will back up the position going forward.

Braves face pitching concerns as Strider injury eval looms; Baldwin shines in minors
atlanta-braves-news2 months ago

Braves face pitching concerns as Strider injury eval looms; Baldwin shines in minors

Braves went 1-4 in a rough week as Spencer Strider is set to meet with the same doctor who repaired his elbow, adding to starting-pitching concerns alongside Bryce Elder’s regression; meanwhile, Drake Baldwin and Eric Hartman homered in the minors during rehab, and Boston-Milwaukee notes about Cooper Pratt and other games surface.

Braves’ Baldwin lands on 10-day IL with oblique strain, deepening injury woes
sports3 months ago

Braves’ Baldwin lands on 10-day IL with oblique strain, deepening injury woes

Atlanta placed Drake Baldwin on the 10-day IL with a strained right oblique, deepening the Braves’ injury woes as Ronald Acuña Jr. returns from the IL and Sean Murphy recovers from a fractured finger. Baldwin had posted a .303/.389/.543 line with 13 homers, and his absence creates more lineup shorthands while Dylan Dodd returns from rehab and Aaron Bummer is released.

Braves' Drake Baldwin and Athletics' Nick Kurtz Named Rookie of the Year
sports9 months ago

Braves' Drake Baldwin and Athletics' Nick Kurtz Named Rookie of the Year

Drake Baldwin winning the NL Rookie of the Year Award grants the Atlanta Braves an extra first-round pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, estimated around pick 26-30, boosting their bonus pool and draft flexibility. The article discusses the implications of the Prospect Promotion Incentive rule and potential players the Braves might target with their new pick.

Drake Baldwin and Nick Kurtz Named 2025 MLB Rookies of the Year
sports9 months ago

Drake Baldwin and Nick Kurtz Named 2025 MLB Rookies of the Year

Drake Baldwin of the Atlanta Braves won the 2025 National League Rookie of the Year, earning his team a bonus draft pick in 2026 due to his full-season performance and awards. Baldwin, a top prospect, excelled offensively and contributed significantly despite some defensive criticisms. The award also impacted team and player service time considerations, notably benefiting Cade Horton and Caleb Durbin in their career timelines.

"Braves' Kyle Wright shines in rehab start, but Gwinnett Stripers suffer late loss"
sports3 years ago

"Braves' Kyle Wright shines in rehab start, but Gwinnett Stripers suffer late loss"

The Atlanta Braves minor league system had a strong night overall, with Kyle Wright making a solid rehab start, striking out seven in 3 ⅔ shutout innings. Dalton Guthrie contributed three RBI's for the Gwinnett Stripers, while Hudson Potts and Drew Campbell led the Mississippi Braves' offense. Jorge Bautista delivered an impressive start for the Rome Braves, and Ambioris Tavarez stood out for the Augusta GreenJackets.

Baldwin's Double Homers and Grandpre's Dominance in Braves Minor League.
sports3 years ago

Baldwin's Double Homers and Grandpre's Dominance in Braves Minor League.

The Atlanta Braves minor league system had a strong day with standout performances from Drake Baldwin, who hit two home runs and drove in five runs, and Cedric De Grandpre, who pitched six innings and allowed only one run. Jesse Franklin V also had a good game with a home run and three RBIs. The organization's teams, including the Gwinnett Stripers, Mississippi Braves, Rome Braves, and Augusta GreenJackets, all had wins.

Braves Minor League Pitchers Impress Despite Losses
sports3 years ago

Braves Minor League Pitchers Impress Despite Losses

The Atlanta Braves' minor league teams had a mixed bag of results on Saturday, with Gwinnett losing again to Memphis, Mississippi falling short in a comeback against Chattanooga, and Rome breaking free to hand Bowling Green their first loss of the season. However, the star of the night was JR Ritchie, who pitched a perfect season debut for Augusta, striking out seven batters over three innings. Meanwhile, Drake Baldwin impressed for Rome with three hits and two RBIs.