Charlie Morton delivers another impressive start for the Braves, striking out 21 batters and allowing only 2 walks across two games against the Mets and Yankees. This performance is encouraging for Atlanta, as they lack a reliable third starting pitcher. In other Braves news, Yonny Chirinos' tenure with the team is examined. Additionally, the Reds sign Trey Mancini, the Padres' Robert Suarez is ejected for a foreign substance check, the Phillies make a post-trade deadline trade for Brewer Hicklen, and the Giants designate Johan Camargo for assignment.
The Atlanta Braves aim to extend their winning streak to five games as they face the San Francisco Giants in a three-game series. Yonny Chirinos will start for the Braves, while Logan Webb takes the mound for the Giants. The Braves' pitching staff has been impressive lately, with three consecutive shutouts and five shutouts in their last eight games. Chirinos needs a strong outing after struggling in his previous start, and the Braves should be mindful of how they use him. Webb, a contender for the Cy Young award, has been a reliable innings-eater for the Giants. Michael Harris and Marcell Ozuna have been key contributors for the Braves, and Saturday's game will be broadcast on Bally Sports Southeast.
The Atlanta Braves have claimed right-hander Yonny Chirinos off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays, adding depth to their pitching staff. Chirinos has struggled this season with a 4.02 ERA and a career-worst strikeout rate. The Braves hope to find potential in his profile and make necessary corrections. In corresponding moves, the team designated Seth Elledge for assignment and optioned Michael Soroka to Triple-A Gwinnett.
The Tampa Bay Rays have activated All-Stars Yandy Diaz and Shane McClanahan, while designating pitcher Yonny Chirinos for assignment. Chirinos has struggled recently, and the Rays are exploring potential trades or waivers for him. McClanahan will start tonight's game against the Rangers after recovering from back tightness, and Diaz has been reinstated from the paternity list.
The Tampa Bay Rays have sent rookie starter Taj Bradley back to Triple-A Durham to further his development, specifically by transitioning him to a five-day schedule that is standard in the majors. Bradley had posted a 3-0 record with a 3.52 ERA and struck out at least six in each of his three starts for the Rays. To replace Bradley on the active roster, the Rays called up reliever Heath Hembree.
