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Braves Recall Craig Kimbrel After Blown Ninth-Inning Lead

The franchise saves leader joins from Triple-A to stabilize a relief corps that surrendered seven runs in the ninth

Aug 20, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) pitches in the ninth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
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FILE - Baltimore Orioles relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel delivers during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough, File)
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Overview

  • Craig Kimbrel was summoned from Triple-A Gwinnett on June 6 after the Braves blew a 10-4 lead and lost 11-10 to the Diamondbacks by allowing seven ninth-inning runs.
  • The nine-time All-Star and Atlanta’s all-time saves leader posted a 2.00 ERA with 23 strikeouts in 18 innings at Triple-A before earning the promotion.
  • Manager Brian Snitker also recalled left-hander Dylan Dodd, placed Daysbel Hernández on the 15-day injured list with forearm inflammation, and traded right-hander Scott Blewett to Baltimore for roster space.
  • Atlanta’s bullpen struggles have contributed to the team’s 27-34 record and fourth-place standing in the National League East.
  • Kimbrel’s return marks his first appearance for the Braves since 2014 and brings veteran presence to late-inning duties.