Wisler promoted after stint in Minors

PHOENIX — While Rob Whalen’s season has likely come to an end, Matt Wisler will return to to the Majors intent to further distance himself from the frustrating stretch that led to him spending the past few weeks at the Minor League level.

Braves manager Brian Snitker said after Wednesday’s 10-9, 11-inning loss to the D-backs that Whalen was placed on the disabled list with what is being termed right shoulder fatigue. Wisler was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to start Thursday night’s series finale against the D-backs at Chase Field.

As Wisler and Aaron Blair have been attempting to make necessary adjustments in Gwinnett, Whalen took advantage of the chance to make an unanticipated rise to the Majors and spend the past three weeks in Atlanta’s rotation. The 22-year-old right-hander has pitched effectively in three of five starts, but because he has already completed 48 innings more than his previous career high (96 2/3 innings last year), the Braves will likely shut him down for the rest of the season.

“More or less, he’s pitched more than …

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