PT TOMORROW: NL East—Might ATL soon promote Swanson and Albies?
Aug 15 2016
One of the hot topics surrounding the rebuilding Braves has been the question of when to promote top prospects Dansby Swanson (SS, ATL) and Ozzie Albies (2B/SS, ATL). There was a time earlier this year when it seemed as though at least one of them might possibly be up as early as mid-season, but both ran into rough patches that put an end to that notion. However, with roster expansion right around the corner, it’s fair to ponder whether or not the duo will see their first MLB action by season’s end.
Swanson began the year at Single-A Carolina and was quickly promoted to Double-A Mississippi after slashing .333/.441/.526 with 1 HR and 7 SB in 78 AB. Things have been a bit more challenging at Double-A, but he owns a...
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