GDT: 4/7/'15 - Atlanta Braves (Wood) @ Miami Marlins (Latos) 7:35PM EST

[Julio3000]

Look, it's high-caliber stuff.

Playing the game the right way.

 

[chop2chip]

That's some good ABCDEFG... Baseball tonight.

 

[GovClintonTyree]

Because he's already at 5th starter level. Have you WATCHED him pitch? The guy has great command that will grow into elite with a little experience, and he has the build and delivery made for stamina and health.

I've only seen him a little bit, Dalyn, but I believe you're right. He can hit a gnat in the ass from 60 feet. I really like that. And if it's true, he might be a freak.

 

[bravesnumberone]

I certainly never thought 9 runs without a homer was remotely possible.

 

[Braves1976]

Nice to see Bethancourt take the walk. I worry about him having a Francoeur-ish approach. Not a lot of Ks, but not a lot of BBs.

That is an interesting comp because like Frenchy I've long thought Bethancourt looks much better vs lefties but too often terrible vs righties. I am not saying he has similar splits I am just speaking from all the AB's I've seen from him in minors and Majors.

 

[GovClintonTyree]

The way wins are allocated to defense is completely bunk. But, defense is not overrated at all...especially Heywards. But, we got a potential #2 for Heyward for 4 years plus a really interesting prospect and replaced him with a guy who will be a above average hitter for the next 4 years. Eventually Nick wil move to LF and his defense will hurt less.

Sounds about right.

 

[mossy]

What does Martins velocity get up to?

 

[thethe]

I certainly never thought 9 runs without a homer was remotely possible.

Thats because the team over the last 3 years was built on a false premise. One that has been taken out of the game since PED's have been more regulated.

 

[bravesnumberone]

BABIPimpin

 

[Heyward]

BABIP

 

[Braves1976]

Good to see that bloop fall in for CJ, now hit the phones Hart!

 

[Julio3000]

That's a 2013 CJ Lord BABIP rainbow special.

 

[sturg33]

What does Martins velocity get up to?

Thin I saw 89 - 92

 

[nsacpi]

Lord BABIP

 

[GovClintonTyree]

Somebody appears to have been working with Tron. Not trying to do too much all the time up there.

I saw it, too. I'm gonna jizz or something.

 

[thethe]

What does Martins velocity get up to?

92-93 but he will operate more in the 88-91 range.

 

[Dalyn]

I've only seen him a little bit, Dalyn, but I believe you're right. He can hit a gnat in the ass from 60 feet. I really like that. And if it's true, he might be a freak.

Yep. The biggest test for him will be his nerve. If he can get off to a good start and get some confidence, he'll flourish.

 

[Heyward]

What does Martins velocity get up to?

He's similar to Medlen, more about location, he was only around 89 or so tonight.

 

[bravesnumberone]

Look, John Hart, CJ is 2-for-4. Look, you've gotta trade him tonight.

 

[thethe]

Look, John Hart, CJ is 2-for-4. Look, you've gotta trade him tonight.

IF he could he would..