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According to MLB.com’s Mark Bowman, Braves manager Brian Snitker said he expects Didier Fuentes to make another start for the major-league club. Nothing is certain yet, but it does look like the Braves might be willing to look the other way after Fuentes struggled mightily in New York.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 26

Braves make roster move ahead of series finale with Mets

Following last night’s loss to the Mets, the Braves made a roster move, optioning Austin Cox to AAA Gwinnett and calling up Michael Petersen to take his place on the major-league roster.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 26

Braves options to replace Didier Fuentes in the rotation

Didier Fuentes’ second start of his MLB career was mostly a nightmare. He was able to make it through the first three innings somewhat unscathed, allowing just one run from a homer to Ronny Mauricio, but the Mets seemed to dial in on his stuff the second time through.

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Didier Fuentes gets a second start with series win over Mets in walking distance

Maybe Clay Holmes can walk a bunch of Braves again For the second time in a couple of weeks, the Braves pulled off a comeback win over the Mets by walking a bunch, while Spencer Strider did his thing on the pitching end.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 23

Which Braves prospect could make his MLB debut next?

The Atlanta Braves surprised a lot of people when they called up Didier Fuentes, who was 19-years-old just a week ago, to make his MLB debut last Friday against the Marlins.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 22

Braves Outright DFA'd Reliever to Triple-A

The Atlanta Braves announced on Sunday that right-handed pitcher José Ruiz has been outrighted to Triple-A. It was first reported on Thursday that Ruiz would be designated for assignment, with the official move coming the following morning.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / June 21

Didier Fuentes Likely Headed for Bigger Role in Braves Rotation After Debut

The Atlanta Braves called up their youngest player in 56 years to start Friday’s season opener in Miami. Now, it looks like 20-year-old Didier Fuentes may be sticking around longer than originally expected, getting a role in the rotation due to an injury to their ace.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 21

Braves offense can’t pick up Didier Fuentes in MLB debut

For the first time since perhaps Opening Day, there were legitimate reasons for Braves fans to get excited. Atlanta had just completed a sweep of the division-leading Mets — their third straight series win.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 21

Braves Top-10 Prospect Struggles But Shows Flashes in Major League Debut

Didier Fuentes struggled early on in his major league debut as the Atlanta Braves fell to the Miami Marlins on Friday in the series opener. That loss snaps a three-game losing streak, and the Braves lose their first series opener since June 6.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 21

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Atlanta Braves News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 20

The Atlanta Braves Have Not Had a Starting Pitcher This Young in 55 Years

When he makes his Major League Baseball debut on Friday night, right-hander Didier Fuentes will reach milestones not seen in years. The Braves prospect, called up from Triple-A Gwinnett to start against the home Miami Marlins, had a birthday on Tuesday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 20

Braves Officially Activate 'Quickly-Rising' Pitching Prospect to Start Friday

It's official. The Atlanta Braves added 20-year-old right-handed pitching prospect Didier Fuentes to the major league roster Friday morning. To make room for Fuentes, the Braves also announced designating right-hander José Ruiz for assignment.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 20

Atlanta completes sweep, Didier Fuentes to be promoted, and more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday. The Atlanta Braves completed the three-game sweep of the New York Mets after Thursday night’s 7-1 victory.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 19

Braves to DFA Pitcher, Pencil in Prospect for Start vs Marlins

The Atlanta Braves are already preparing their next roster moves following their sweep of the Mets on Thursday. According to manager Brian Snitker after the game, right-hander José Ruiz will be designated for assignment and Didier Fuentes will be added to the 40-man roster to start Friday's series opener against the Miami Marlins.

Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Braves Call Up Their Youngest Player In 56 Years

The Atlanta Braves have called up right-hander Didier Fuentes to start Friday’s game against the Miami Marlins, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports. The Braves’ tenth-ranked prospect turned 20 on Tuesday and made just one start at Triple-A Gwinnett before receiving an aggressive promotion.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 19

Braves are calling up 20-year-old prospect Didier Fuentes

In a shocking yet exciting move, the Atlanta Braves are calling up 20-year-old prospect Didier Fuentes against the Marlins to make his major-league debut.