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Braves demote pitcher Duncan Davitt ahead of Rockies series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Braves demote pitcher Duncan Davitt ahead of Rockies series

Summary

The Atlanta Braves have demoted pitcher Duncan Davitt to AA Columbus before their weekend series against the Colorado Rockies. This decision follows the activation of Ricky Vanasco, acquired from the Detroit Tigers. Davitt, 26, had made his MLB debut earlier this season but struggled at the AAA level with a 6.43 ERA over seven innings. The Braves aim to reinforce their roster as they continue to perform well after a recent four-game winning streak, including a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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By the Numbers

•Duncan Davitt has been sent from AAA Gwinnett to AA Columbus.
•Ricky Vanasco was activated for the Braves' roster.
•Davitt holds a 6.24 ERA across 66+ minor-league innings this season.
•The Braves recently swept the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves Suddenly Demote 26-Year-Old Pitcher Before Rockies

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The Atlanta Braves won four straight MLB games after sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers earlier this week. For their weekend series, Atlanta will remain at home to face the Colorado Rockies. Before the Rockies series began, the Braves made a minor organizational transaction that is somewhat notable. More MLB on Heavy: MLB World Reacts to […] The post Atlanta Braves Suddenly Demote 26-Year-Old Pitcher Before Rockies appeared first on HEAVY.
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