Braves Promote Hurston Waldrep for Major League Debut

The 2023 first-round pick will start against the Nationals, providing extra rest for Atlanta’s rotation.

Waldrep, a Georgia native, was selected 24th overall in the 2023 MLB Draft.
The right-hander has a 3.09 ERA in 10 starts between Double-A and Triple-A this season.
He will be the seventh pitcher to fill the fifth spot in the Braves’ rotation this year.
Waldrep is known for his powerful fastball and devastating splitter.
Atlanta aims to keep its starters healthy by giving them extra days of rest.