s home opening series against the Cubs."It was a rough Opening Series for the Atlanta Braves who suffered a three-game sweep to the Philadelphia Phillies. Atlanta will return home on Monday where they will open a three-game set against the Chicago Cubs. Here is how the series lines up. Monday
Jose Reyes Jersey , April 1, 7:10 p.m. ET (Fox Sports Southeast, ESPN)Kyle Hendricks (2018: 33 GS, 199 IP, 19.8 K%, 5.4 BB%, 3.44 ERA, 3.78 FIP, 3.87 xFIP)Right-hander Kyle Hendricks will make his 2019 debut in Monday’s home opener in Atlanta. Hendricks was great for the Cubs in 2018 posting a 3.44 ERA while making 33 starts and logging 199 innings. He didn’t pitch against Atlanta in 2018 but has performed well in his career with a 2.33 ERA to go along with 18 strikeouts in 19 1/3 innings. Sean Newcomb (2018: 31 G, 30 GS, 164 IP, 23.0 K%, 11.6 BB%, 3.90 ERA, 4.14 FIP, 4.33 xFIP)There was a point in the spring where it looked like Sean Newcomb might not make the club and would instead start at Triple-A. However
Jeurys Familia Jersey , he pitched better In his final spring start against Cincinnati and given injuries to Mike Foltynewicz and Kevin Gausman have him in line to start the home opener. There has never been a question about Newcomb’s stuff, it has always been about his command. He made strides at times in 2018 but his career to date has very much been a roller coaster ride. Wednesday, April 3, 7:20 p.m. ET (Fox Sports South, ESPN)Jon Lester (2018: 19.6 K%, 8.4 BB%, 3.00 ERA, 5.19 FIP, 5.08 xFIP) (2019: 1 GS, 6 IP, 2 ER, 2 BB, 3 K)Jon Lester made the Opening Day start for the Cubs in Texas and picked up a victory after allowing two runs over six innings to go along with three strikeouts and two walks. Lester has made nine career starts against Atlanta and has a 2.47 ERA during that span. Julio Teheran (2018: 22.4 K%, 11.6 BB%, 3.94 ERA, 4.83 FIP
Mike Piazza Jersey , 4.72 xFIP) (2019: 1 GS, 5 IP, 3 ER, 2 BB, 7 K)Thanks to Tuesday’s off day, the Braves will bring back Julio Teheran on regular rest to start Game 2 against the Cubs. Teheran pitched good enough against the Phillies on Opening Day with a fastball that was sitting 90-92 and a good slider. He ended up allowing four runs over five innings. Thursday, April 4, 7:20 p.m. ET (Fox Sports Southeast)Yu Darvish (2018: 27.2 K%, 11.7 BB%, 4.95 ERA, 4.86 FIP, 4.24 xFIP) (2019: 1 GS, 2.2 IP, 3 ER, 7 BB, 4 K)Yu Darvish struggled in his return to Texas in his first start logging a career-worst seven walks while lasting just 2 2/3 innings. Darvish did a good job of minimizing the damage allowing just three runs and two hits. Darvish has faced the Braves twice in his career allowing 12 hits and five runs in 8 2/3 innings. This will be his second career start at SunTrust Park. TBAMax Fried had been penciled in to start Thursday’s series finale but that won’t be happening after pitching in relief on Sunday in Philadelphia. It is possible that we see Kevin Gausman in this spot after he pitched in a minor league game earlier this week. The Braves could also elect to start Fried on short rest and piggy back him with someone like Bryse Wilson. I’m ready for them to do something!"Happy Saturday
http://www.metsfanproshop.com/authentic-tim-tebow-jersey , Camden Chatters! Raise your hand if you stayed up until after 3 a.m. eastern watching the World Series last night? My hand is down, but my husband stumbled into bed at about 3:30, happily announcing that the Dodgers had defeated the Red Sox. My one question for him: Did Mary Hart stay for all 18 innings? She did. What a champ. Over here in Birdland, there isn’t much going on. Still no GM, still no manager, still nothing. I’m ready to get this rebuild on the road! LinksThe five best first basemen in Orioles history - Bird WatcherThere's nothing to talk about with the current Orioles, so let's go into history.Jim Palmer's Preparedness Kept Him Cool and in Control | Investor's Business DailyWhy does Investor's Business Daily have a profile on Jim Palmer? I don't know, but it's actually a very enjoyable read.Texas Rangers: Don't let anyone fool you: Finding a new manager for the Rangers isn't as important as you think | SportsDayThis story is geared towards the Rangers but could have easily been written about the Orioles. Success in the organization depends less on the manager and more on how the organization is built.Former Missouri Southern Lion Hogan released by Orioles | joplinglobe.comIf you’re a big Max Hogan fan, sorry about the bad luck. Hogan was drafted in the 32nd round of the 2017 draft.Is today your birthday? Happy birthday! You have four Orioles birthday buddies. They are:Ruben Tejada, who appeared in 48 games with the 2017 Orioles, putting up an OPS+ of 58. Tejada is 29 today. Jason Johnson, who spent five seasons with the Birds during the dark years. He made 120 starts for the Orioles from 1999-2003 with an ERA of 4.84. Johnson pitched for six more seasons after leaving the Orioles and is 45 today. Pedro Swann, whose major league career lasted 25 games over a three-year span, including eight games with the 2003 Orioles. He is 48 today. Eric Bell, who pitched for the Orioles from 1985-1987. 1987 was his only full season in major league baseball. He turns 55 today.
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