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The Atlanta Braves designated Jose Suarez and Joel Payamps for assignment.
The Atlanta Braves added right-handers Hunter Stratton and Anthony Molina to the roster ahead of a matchup against the Colorado Rockies on Friday, May 1, and designated left-hander Jose Suarez and Joel Payamps for assignment, per a team announcement.
The latest roster update does not involve right-hander JR Ritchie, which is good news for the rookie’s potential to stay in the rotation. The 22-year-old’s status is in question with ace Spencer Strider set to return this weekend. For now, Ritchie remains with the big-league club.
The Braves have frequently shuttled pitchers on and off the roster this season. Just this week, the club moved on from lefty Martin Perez before a game against the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday, April 29. Exciting young rookie Didier Fuentes survived the return of Dylan Lee, but his status is another one to monitor as Strider nears a comeback.
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