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- Updated: May 20, 2016
PITTSBURGH — Even though they came to Pittsburgh feeling good about the early results produced by their reconfigured, young starting rotation, the Braves knew they were still bound to continue dealing with some growing pains. They were felt throughout this week’s four-game series at PNC Park.
Like Williams Perez and Aaron Blair were earlier this week, Mike Foltynewicz was grounded against the Pirates, lasting just three innings during Thursday night’s 8-2 loss. Foltynewicz had shown his tremendous potential in the two starts leading up to this latest outing, which simply provided a reminder that he is a 24-year-old and has made just 19 career starts.
“It’s all part of the process,” Braves interim manager Brian Snitker said. “I can see what he’s capable of. It’s just the consistency. A lot of guys have had to go through that. The stuff is coming out good. It’s just the command. I think for all young …
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