BREAKING NEWS: Kelenic expectations, Strider closes ends his spring

Notes and news about the Atlanta Braves for Saturday.

Spencer Strider narrowly avoided going without a point in the spring, and Sam thoroughly examined Jarred Kelenic’s forthcoming campaign. Strider was outstanding throughout the spring and was so productive in the three innings he was supposed to pitch that he decided to pitch one more inning, forfeiting the enjoyable but pointless accomplishment of a scoreless spring. Even though it’s only spring, Spencer has added a curveball to his already excellent arsenal this spring, making him seem ready to dominate major league hitters for another season. If he can stay healthy and avoid some of the bad luck that hurt his ERA last year, this could be the year he wins his first Cy Young award. Opening Day is when we’ll see him pitch next! Celebrate!

News Braves

Sam investigating the background of Jarred Kelenic, the potential the Braves saw in him, and his prospects for this season.

On Saturday, during the Braves’ loss to the Rays, Spencer Strider gave up his perfect spring record by returning for an extra inning.

MLB News

There are some inconsistencies in Ippei Mizuhara’s public biography, it is reported.

Legendary Brave Julio Teheran is now a free agent after choosing to opt out of his contract with Baltimore.

Sam Hilliard of the former Braves was crushed by the Rockies.

Taijuan Walker is scheduled for a shoulder MRI.

A small trade was made by the Rays and Phillies.

The White Sox released Jesse Chavez.

Miami’s Opening Day roster will include top prospect Max Meyer.

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