Particle.news
Download on the App Store
4 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Braves Recall Closer Craig Kimbrel Following Bullpen Meltdown

The nine-time All-Star closer returns from AAA Gwinnett to stabilize a beleaguered relief corps after the team blew a 10-4 lead.

Image
Image
Image

Overview

  • The Braves surrendered eight ninth-inning runs to the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 5, turning a 10-4 advantage into an 11-10 defeat.
  • According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, Atlanta immediately recalled veteran closer Craig Kimbrel from AAA Gwinnett after the collapse.
  • Kimbrel posted a 2.00 ERA over 18 innings at AAA Gwinnett this season, prompting the promotion.
  • The 37-year-old is the Braves’ all-time saves leader with 186 and ranks fifth in MLB history with 440 career saves.
  • As of June 5, Atlanta held a 27-34 record and occupied fourth place in the National League East.