Chris Sale was named Pitcher of the Month for the National League.
Hurston Waldrep landed in Keith Law’s top 50 prospects.
While the Braves enjoyed an off-day on Monday, their organizational pitching enjoyed some much deserved recognition at multiple levels. Despite a forgettable start to June, Sale has been among the best pitchers in the majors so far this season. Waldrep has stood out among some young arms that have impressed in the minors this season for the Braves. Both clearly deserved the recognition they received on Monday.
And for the Braves, the hope is that the pitching results continue to impress. Max Fried will get the chance to continue these efforts on Tuesday as the Braves travel to Boston to begin a week of play on the road.
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Waldrep certainly seemed ready for tougher assignments as he highly impressed in his AAA debut on Sunday.
David O’Brien looks at the latest for the Braves as they take the road for the first time in June.
Mark Bradley of the AJC suggests another great June could be just what the Braves need to get back to the the top of baseball.
Justin Toscano suggests Sale may truly look as good now as he did in his prime.
Gabe Burns of the AJC looks at how the Braves see some positive trends from an up and down week and home. Plus, the team remains highly confident in Alex Anthopoulos finding ways to improve the club as the season progresses.
Grant McAuley also looks at how another big June turnaround could be on the horizon for the Braves.
The Braves have tried to make the most of the first week without superstar Ronald Acuna Jr. in multiple ways.
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Rhys Hoskins had a memorable return to Philadelphia despite the Phillies getting the win over the Brewers.
Jose Iglesias is making the most of his return to the majors and helped the Mets get a needed win over the Nationals.
Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano could be facing a lifetime ban from baseball due to betting allegations.
Brewers Robert Gasser will have his elbow examined in the near future.
Max Muncy has been shutdown in terms of baseball activities without a time table for return. He injured his oblique in mid-May.
Astros pitcher Jose Urquidy may be headed toward Tommy John Surgery.
Former Nationals outfielder Victor Robles signed with the Mariners.
Top prospect Connor Norby was promoted by the Orioles to the majors.