The Braves played a simulated game on Wednesday, offering fans their first look at the squad since March. The game featured some intriguing matchups, with Mike Soroka and Max Fried each getting some much-needed work against major league hitters. The Braves live streamed the sim game, which can be seen below:
The Braves added an intriguing power bat to their taxi squad on Wednesday, as Bryce Ball was extended a non-roster camp invite. Ball could be a candidate for at-bats in the newly-implemented designated hitter role, assuming the organization deems him ready for major league competition this season.