Monday was a busy day on and off the field for the Atlanta Braves.
On field, the Braves earned one of their more impressive victories of the season. Coming from behind while also beating an opponent that scored 4+ runs in a game for the first time since April 17th is no small feat. The Braves combined the long ball with timely hitting once again tonight, and the result has been winning three out of four games against the teams that were in the NLCS last year.
Off the field, Atlanta decided to give Chris Sale an extra day of rest and recalled Bryce Elder to the big leagues to start on Monday. Atlanta also brought back Eddie Rosario in his return to the Braves. To make room, Dylan Lee and Luke Williams were sent down to the minor leagues. The return of Rosario is certainly noteworthy, as he he has had plenty of great moments for the Braves over the past few years. However, he also has had plenty of struggles at the plate this season, so time will tell what his ultimate value is to the Braves this year.
Braves News
Marcell Ozuna will compete in the 2024 Home Run Derby, and will look to become the first Braves player to ever win the event.
Drake Baldwin continued to impress over the weekend at Gwinnett, connecting for yet another home run for the Stripers.
Ken Rosenthal of the Athletic reports that the Braves are looking for outfielders in preliminary trade discussions with the Trade Deadline now just a few weeks away.
Atlanta reportedly designated outfielder JP Martinez for assignment.
MLB News
Bobby Witt Jr. will also be competing in the 2024 Home Run Derby.
The Marlins are becoming more open to the idea of trading Jazz Chisholm Jr. at the trade deadline.
The Cardinals beat the Nationals on Monday as they continue to put a bit of heat on the Braves in the NL Wild Card standings.
In the latest mlb.com Cy Young Poll, Tarik Skubal and Chris Sale are leading the way in the AL and NL.
