The Atlanta Braves have designated right-hander Mike Foltynewicz for their assignment after the start of Monday night in Tampa Bay, according to manager Brian Snitker.
The movement is a real surprise. Foltynewicz, 28, took a hard hit in his season debut against the Rays, allowing six runs on four hits and four walks. His speed slowed once again with his fastball hovering around 90, almost 5 mph slower than his average last year. His secondary pitches lacked any kind of bite, suggesting that he may not be completely healthy.
Still, considering the current big league picture of baseball and the state of the Braves’ rotation, appointing Foltynewicz for assignment in a year like this after a start suggests there may be more to the decision than his performance. in the countryside. After warming up in an exhibition against the Marlins last week, Foltynewicz blamed the radar gun for its slowdown and publicly engaged with a handful of fans and team writers to combat its criticism.
Alex Anthopoulos will now search for a business partner for Foltynewicz. Assuming it is changed, you have one year of equipment control left.
As for the Braves’ immediate plans, Chad Sobotka was called again and will be joining the bullpen for a few days. It is unclear who will join the Braves’ rotation at this time. One would assume that Jhoulys Chacin or Josh Tomlin would have the go-ahead this weekend against the Mets.
More to come.
