Kevin Gausman (LHP, ATL) was activated from the IL on July 21 and immediately turned in a fine performance, allowing 1 ER and 5 H in 7 IP. The talented 28-year-old has plenty of upside but has been a disappointment so far this season, combining a couple trips to the IL and poor results: 5.71 ERA, 4.50 xERA, 1.43 WHIP. At the same time, there’s plenty to like in his profile, including his 9.3 Dom, 14% SwK, 93.9 Vel, and 101 BPV. It’s not hard to see that Gausman has deserved better results based on his skills. That said, Atlanta has designs on a run deep into the playoffs, and if they were to upgrade the rotation, Gausman might be the one to vacate his spot.
R.J. Anderson of CBS Sports reported that the Braves are willing...
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