The Atlanta Braves had their six-game winning streak snapped in the second game of their four-game series against the Nationals. They’re 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 5.8 runs per game while allowing 4.3 runs per game. Ahead of today’s game, they designated right-handed pitcher Ian Hamilton for assignment. The move comes as the Braves are recalling their third overall prospect, right-handed pitcher Didier Fuentes, from Triple-A Gwinnett. The Braves optioned Fuentes to Triple-A after he started the season with Atlanta, so he could be worked out as a starter. Fuentes will be getting the ball and making the start tonight against Washington.
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Didier Fuentes
Fuentes, in his lone appearance with Atlanta this season, went four innings, allowing a run on two hits. He walked one and struck out four. He made three starts at Triple-A Gwinnett, going 1-1 with a 2.16 ERA, a 0.84 WHIP, and 20 strikeouts in 16.2 innings.
Ian Hamilton
Hamilton, in his lone game this season, went one inning, allowing three runs on two hits. He walked two and struck out one. In five games at Triple-A, he went 2-0 with a 2.84 ERA, a 0.79 WHIP, and nine strikeouts in 6.1 innings.
