Shocking Turn: Braves Call Up Craig Kimbrel, Then Immediately Designate Him for Assignment—What’s Really Going On?
Kimbrel allowed a leadoff single to Heliot Ramos, who was then thrown out trying to steal second base. Jung Hoo Lee then drew a walk on four pitches, but was picked off first base. Kimbrel then ended the inning by striking out Wilmer Flores. However, his average velocity was 91.7 mph, far below what he threw in his prime.
The Braves signed Kimbrel to a minor league deal during spring training, but he didn’t make the major league roster. In 18 minor league appearances this season (15 for Gwinnett), he had a 2.00 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 18 innings with 8 walks and 9 hits allowed.
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