Atlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday
Kevin Seitzer got some nice recognition from Baseball America for the work he has done recently on Wednesday. This is well deserved, as the 2023 Braves’ offense was arguably the best offense in the history of the sport. While he has undeniably been given a premium level of talent to work with by the front office, hitters have made noticeable mechanical adjustments under his guidance that have seemingly paid large dividends. He also deserves significant credit for successfully implementing a clear organizational approach of accepting strikeouts to seek premium contact quality and, more recently, perhaps reigning in strikeouts as well.
Braves News
Kevin Seitzer earned a much deserved “2023 Best MLB Coach of the Year” award from Baseball America.
David Fletcher was outrighted to Gwinnett, clearing a 40-man roster spot.
Jarred Kelenic spoke with the Atlanta media on his trade reaction and how he has grown as a player.
Cassidy reviewed Dylan Lee’s 2023 season, which was not what we hoped for after a great 2022.
Devin reviewed high upside 2023 prep draftee Garrett Boumann’s debut season in pro ball.
MLB News
MLB announced a pretty cool prospect spring showcase series of games between prospects for each team.
Shohei Ohtani’s contract contains an opt-out for if ownership or the GM changes during his contract with the Dodgers.
The Dodgers are reportedly one of a few teams in serious talks with the Rays about Tyler Glasnow.
The Pirates and the city’s hockey team, the Penguins, agreed to a deal to jointly own the Pittsburgh RSN.