Braves News: Ozzie Albies, Rotation Plans, Matt Olson Updates
Ozzie Albies Rehab Update
Ozzie Albies has been on the injured list since June 13th with a fractured foot. He began a rehab assignment with the Gwinnett Stripers on July 22nd and played five games with them. He went 3-for-15 with a home run and two RBIs. Albies was scheduled to play seven innings at shortstop on Saturday, July 30th, but he was scratched due to left hamstring tightness. He is expected to return to the Braves lineup on August 1st.
Atlanta's Bizarre Rotation Plans
The Braves have been using a six-man rotation for most of the season, with Spencer Strider, Kyle Wright, Charlie Morton, Ian Anderson, Bryce Elder, and Jake Odorizzi. However, the team has been struggling lately, and the rotation has been a major issue. In their last 10 games, the Braves have a 5.06 ERA and have allowed 70 runs. Manager Brian Snitker has said that he is considering going back to a five-man rotation, but he has not yet made a decision.
Matt Olson
Matt Olson has been one of the Braves' most consistent hitters this season. He is batting .285 with 28 home runs and 82 RBIs. Olson has also been a good fielder at first base. He has a .992 fielding percentage and has only made four errors. Olson is a key part of the Braves' lineup, and he will be counted on to continue to produce down the stretch.
Conclusion
The Braves are in a tough spot right now. They are 5.5 games behind the New York Mets in the NL East and have lost six of their last 10 games. The rotation has been a major issue, and the team is struggling to score runs. However, the Braves still have a lot of talent, and they are capable of making a run in the playoffs.
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