The Atlanta Braves have selected Allan Winans as today's starting pitcher, optioning Seth Elledge to Triple-A Gwinnett and releasing Eli White. Winans, a 27-year-old right-hander, will make his Major League debut after a successful season in Triple-A. Elledge did not appear in a game during his time with the Braves, while White had a limited performance earlier this season.
The Atlanta Braves have activated Collin McHugh from the injured list and optioned Danny Young to Gwinnett. They have also placed Eli White on the paternity list and recalled Nick Solak from Gwinnett. McHugh had inflammation in his throwing shoulder and made two appearances for High A Rome. Young pitched well in his short stint with the club. Solak was claimed off waivers from the White Sox and was 7-for-24 with two home runs in five games.
Atlanta Braves outfielder Michael Harris has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a lower back strain, with outfielder Eli White recalled from Gwinnett in a corresponding move. Harris suffered the injury after colliding with the outfield wall during Thursday's game. The Braves lost 5-4 to the Padres on Friday. In other MLB news, Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Darick Hall will undergo surgery on his thumb, while New York Mets right-hander Justin Verlander has a targeted April return after being diagnosed with a low-grade shoulder strain.
The Atlanta Braves have placed outfielder Michael Harris II on the 10-day injured list due to a lower back strain. Harris banged his back on the wall while making a catch in the previous game. The club has not disclosed how much time Harris is expected to miss. In a corresponding move, outfielder Eli White has been recalled to the roster.
Atlanta Braves' Michael Harris has been placed on the injured list due to a lower back sprain, with Eli White called up to take his spot on the active roster. Kyle Wright is expected to return soon after feeling good following a six-inning outing at Gwinnett, while Max Fried is feeling better but has yet to resume running. The Braves' depth will be tested early on in the season, but manager Brian Snitker is confident in the talent of players like White and Sam Hilliard to step up and make an impact.
The Atlanta Braves have placed outfielder Michael Harris on the 10-day injured list due to lower back discomfort and recalled Eli White from Gwinnett to take his spot on the active roster. Harris left Thursday's game with the injury and will be out for at least 10 days. White had an impressive performance during the spring and will likely see playing time in center field while Harris is out.