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Scouting J.R. Graham

Posted June 30, 2012 on sbb.scout.com
PLAYERS: Craig Kimbrel,  J.R. Graham
TEAMS: Atlanta Braves
Just take a look at Craig Kimbrel and you'll get a good idea of how successful the Atlanta Braves have been when it comes to scouting young relievers. One of the next arms in line to help the Atlanta bullpen is righty, J.R. Graham. Graham is currently working as a starter in High-A, but he ultimately looks like another dynamic power arm for the back end of the big league bullpen.
Original Story: http://sbb.scout.com/2/1199180.html
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