Braves option Hurston Waldrep to Triple-A, JR Ritchie to start Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Atlanta Braves optioned right-handed pitcher Hurston Waldrep to Triple-A Gwinnett on July 10, 2026, after struggles in his recent outings. Waldrep had a difficult start to the season, including a poor performance against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tyler Kinley returns from the paternity list, and JR Ritchie is set to start Sunday, aiming to improve following a challenging rookie season. This decision reflects the Braves' strategy to bolster their pitching staff during a key stretch of the season.
- •Hurston Waldrep optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on July 10.
- •Tyler Kinley reinstated from paternity leave.
- •JR Ritchie will start for the Braves on Sunday.
- •Waldrep struggled in his recent outings, including a poor showing against the Pirates.
- •Ritchie has faced challenges in his rookie season.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Braves option Hurston Waldrep, JR Ritchie to start on Sunday
"JR Ritchie will apparently start on Sunday
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