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Found January 21, 2013 on MLB Injury News: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Kris Medlen
TEAMS: Atlanta Braves
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The debate has raged on since its inception.  Is pitching in the World Baseball Classic more harmful than beneficial.  There is quite a bit of evidence to say that playing pitching in the event does not lead to injury and may actually help players be more prepared for the season.  This seems to be the mindset the Atlanta Braves have in regards to Kris Medlen and Craig Kimbrel. According to David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Braves feel the WBC could help Medlen and Kimbrel, not hurt them.  Generally, the Braves to not keep their players from playing in any offseason leagues or events.  They seems to be one of the most liberal with the idea of allowing their players prepare for the upcoming season in a truly competitive environment. Both Medlen and Kimbrel have battled through injuries over the last couple seasons.  Medlen underwent Tommy John surgery in in 2011 and made his comeback in 2012.  Kimbrel broke down toward the end of the 2011 season, b...
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