ATLANTA -- As the Braves have evaluated the future look of their starting rotation and their current needs at the Major League level, they have determined it is best to transition Triple-A Gwinnett's Tyrell Jenkins from a starting pitcher to a reliever.
Jenkins -- the Braves' No. 8 prospect, per MLB Pipeline -- has not made a relief appearance since being informed of the switch earlier this week. If he pitches effectively in his new role over the next few weeks, he could quickly position himself to earn his first call to the Majors as a member of Atlanta's bullpen.