Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker defends his choice to start right-hander Bryce Elder.
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker had three options for his starting pitcher for Wednesday's Game 3 of the National League Divisional Series against the Philadelphia Phillies.Snitker could've gone with an 'opener' and then used relievers to get through the innings in what is affectionately known as a 'bullpen game.' Or he could've picked a traditional route with either 2023 All-Star Bryce Elder or rookie AJ Smith-Shawver.
Snitker acknowledged fatigue as a factor for Elder's swoon having pitched 174 2/3 innings this season. The Braves manager said he believed that Elder not throwing in a game in over two weeks would be suitable for him to recover from a long season.Elder reportedly threw five innings in the simulation game against the Braves' best lineup, including Ronald Acuna Jr, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, and Austin Riley.
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