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Braves’ Pitching Experiment Pays Off | MLB News
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
The Braves turned Bryce Ritchie into a bullpen weapon—and it worked. In his opener role, he tossed 4.1 innings, allowed just one run, struck out two, and dominated with 44% of his called strikes coming on first-pitch calls. His ERA? A stellar 0.65 as a reliever versus 5.55 as a starter. With the team already leaning into bullpen roles like Didier Fuentes’ success, Ritchie’s flexibility proves invaluable—offering innings without rushing his development. The Braves pulled off a 4-3 win over the Cardinals, avoiding a sweep before the All-Star break, and are set to face the Rangers Friday. This strategic approach isn’t just smart—it’s the future of roster management. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b038bc8f974048ed