Mike Hampton placed on 15-day DL, Kyle Davies recalled from Richmond
Yet another Braves pitcher has been placed on the 15-day disabled list, Mike Hampton. The injury is now considered to be a sprained left forearm. He had a similar injury at the end of postseason last year. However, as soon as the Braves’ season ended he had knee surgery and stopped normal throwing (so we have no idea how serious it might be or how long it might last). The Braves are hoping he’ll only miss 2 starts as he is eligible to come off the DL May 30th (the move is retroactive to May 15th).
Kyle Davies received a call-up from Richmond to take Hampton’s roster spot and start on Saturday. After an impressive debut against the Red Sox, Bobby Cox has called on him to pitch on 3 days rest Wednesday. Tim Hudson, who threw batting practice Friday for the 2nd straight start, will also come back on 3 days rest to start Tuesday. These moves may tide the Braves over until Hampton is eligible to return. If Hampton’s not ready to return at the end of the month a reliever will likely need to be sent down and another starter called up (and then it would be time for Schuerholz.to wake up!).
