About this episode
Lindsay Crosby breaks down Didier Fuentes’ first spring appearance, noting his recovery from shoulder inflammation, a dominant two-inning outing vs. the Orioles, strong high-zone command, and a revamped arsenal featuring a tight gyro slider replacing his prior sweeper. Crosby then examines the Braves’ bullpen roster crunch, highlighting strong spring performances from James Karinchak and Joel Payamps (waiver claim from Milwaukee) and discussing how roster logistics, options, injuries, and the need for a long reliever (with Joey Wentz possibly starting early) could impact final decisions involving Karinchak, Josè Suarez, and Ian Hamilton. The episode closes with a discussion of Jurickson Profar’s PED suspension appeal and a review of notable bad Braves contracts, arguing Bruce Sutter’s deferred-money deal stands out as the worst.
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