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Braves Lose World Series Champion to Mariners in Free Agency: Report

Braves Lose World Series Champion to Mariners in Free Agency: Report

Summary

The Atlanta Braves used many different pitchers last season and are now seeing some leave, including Dane Dunning. Dunning, a former World Series champion, has signed a minor-league deal with the Seattle Mariners. He will compete for a spot on the team in spring training.

Key Facts

  • The Atlanta Braves used 46 pitchers last season, tying a major league record.
  • Dane Dunning, who was on the Braves, is a former World Series champion with the Texas Rangers.
  • Dunning signed a minor-league deal with the Seattle Mariners.
  • He will have a chance to earn a spot on the Mariners' team during spring training.
  • Last season, Dunning was moved between the minor leagues and majors, playing for both Texas and Atlanta.
  • He pitched 20 2/3 innings last season with a 6.97 ERA, which measures his earned runs allowed per game.
  • The Braves are still looking for a complete pitching rotation.

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