Could the magic Wentz is losing just be the “dead arm” phase? He’s pitching more innings than he has in years. I still think Wentz is a blessing, and I believe he’ll find a role in the pen next year.
Poor Fedde—he was thrown to the wolves. He was on short rest and left in to take that beating for 93 pitches; it almost felt personal. Now I wonder, when can Fedde pitch again from the pen? How do they not cut him? It feels like the pitching could collapse like last night every night.
The Braves have been very lucky with their pitching scrap heap additions—guys performing far beyond expectations. Wentz and Fedde have provided highly needed innings and stability (Cookie too, though on a smaller scale). This starting staff is basically held together with duct tape and chicken wire. With 30+ games left, it’s fascinating to see how long the tape will hold.
Looking ahead: Sale coming in, Strider—how many games will he actually start? Walrep/Fernando mania, Elder—good Elder or bad Elder? Wentz holding his breath. Cal—I’m not sure who or what you are at all. And whoever or whatever comes next… when a starter is DFA’d now, it basically means “designated for Atlanta.”
"Designated for Atlanta" - I'm stealing that, thanks.
I do think your hunch on Wentz and the workload is likely correct. I still think he'll contribute next season, although I don't know if that's a long man/spot starter or some other role.
Baseball American just reported the Braves biggest bonus in January will go to Jose Manon a 6'2" 190lbs Dominican Shortstop.
He sounds like the Real Deal with with the glove and the Bat.
He's only expected to receive the 26th highest bonus. Good, leaves them plenty of money to fill out their class. Especially pitchers.
DSL season ended Tuesday i think. 1 huge outfielder Tornes, i huge pitcher Reyes and 2 good shortstop possibilites. Campos and Carmona.
I should be ashamed. But last night is my kind of good result. The hitters had a good night but we still lost and improved our draft position, hopefully getting us in the Lottery.
I recently saw a mock draft having us picking Alabama's star Shortstop.
Have a happy happy B day with your son. Congratulations.
Could the magic Wentz is losing just be the “dead arm” phase? He’s pitching more innings than he has in years. I still think Wentz is a blessing, and I believe he’ll find a role in the pen next year.
Poor Fedde—he was thrown to the wolves. He was on short rest and left in to take that beating for 93 pitches; it almost felt personal. Now I wonder, when can Fedde pitch again from the pen? How do they not cut him? It feels like the pitching could collapse like last night every night.
The Braves have been very lucky with their pitching scrap heap additions—guys performing far beyond expectations. Wentz and Fedde have provided highly needed innings and stability (Cookie too, though on a smaller scale). This starting staff is basically held together with duct tape and chicken wire. With 30+ games left, it’s fascinating to see how long the tape will hold.
Looking ahead: Sale coming in, Strider—how many games will he actually start? Walrep/Fernando mania, Elder—good Elder or bad Elder? Wentz holding his breath. Cal—I’m not sure who or what you are at all. And whoever or whatever comes next… when a starter is DFA’d now, it basically means “designated for Atlanta.”
"Designated for Atlanta" - I'm stealing that, thanks.
I do think your hunch on Wentz and the workload is likely correct. I still think he'll contribute next season, although I don't know if that's a long man/spot starter or some other role.
Baseball American just reported the Braves biggest bonus in January will go to Jose Manon a 6'2" 190lbs Dominican Shortstop.
He sounds like the Real Deal with with the glove and the Bat.
He's only expected to receive the 26th highest bonus. Good, leaves them plenty of money to fill out their class. Especially pitchers.
DSL season ended Tuesday i think. 1 huge outfielder Tornes, i huge pitcher Reyes and 2 good shortstop possibilites. Campos and Carmona.
I should be ashamed. But last night is my kind of good result. The hitters had a good night but we still lost and improved our draft position, hopefully getting us in the Lottery.
I recently saw a mock draft having us picking Alabama's star Shortstop.