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Braves Officially Release 27-Year-Old Righty After Remarkably Short Stint

Braves Officially Release 27-Year-Old Righty After Remarkably Short Stint

Summary

The Atlanta Braves released pitcher Nathan Wiles after a short stint with the team. Wiles, who made his major league debut this year, now seeks opportunities with other teams due to his release.

Key Facts

  • The Atlanta Braves used 46 pitchers during their 76-86 season.
  • Nathan Wiles was one of five pitchers who only appeared once for the Braves.
  • Wiles was released by the Braves and is now a free agent.
  • He joined the Braves in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays at the end of spring training.
  • Wiles has a 3.04 ERA in 112 2/3 innings while playing for Triple-A Gwinnett.
  • He made his major league debut on April 22, giving up three earned runs in one inning but recording one strikeout.
  • Wiles has two minor-league options available and seeks more opportunities with another team.
  • He missed a season due to Tommy John surgery, a common elbow operation for pitchers.
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