Wisler adds another ‘up’ to roller-coaster year

ATLANTA — After spending his first two seasons battling inconsistent stretches that have led him to experience brief stints in the bullpen and back at the Minor League level, Matt Wisler understands that he is nearing a point where all of his struggles can’t be blamed on growing pains.

Wisler has heard the motivating message the Braves have delivered as they have recently spoken about the possibility of adding two veteran starters in the offseason. But instead of allowing himself to be rattled by thoughts about how this might affect his future, the young hurler once again provided a glimpse of his tremendous potential during Sunday’s 6-2 win over the Nationals at Turner Field.

“If he could ever believe in himself as much as we believe in him, then he’s going to be something,” Braves manager Brian Snitker said after a rain-shortened victory that was halted during the seventh inning.

It has often been said there’s reason to be leery about results in September, when many teams and players may not be as motivated as they were during the season’s first five months. But there was reason to take notice as Wisler bounced …

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