The Atlanta Braves have called up franchise career saves leader Craig Kimbrel from the minors a day after having their worst blown ninth-inning lead in more than a half-century.
The Diamondbacks stunned the Braves with a dominant sweep, capped by a historic comeback and ace-level pitching. If this was the turning point, it couldn't have come at a better time.
The Atlanta Braves may have hit rock bottom in their already shaky season by giving up seven runs in the ninth inning to lose 11-10 to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Thursday was a day of firsts for some young international signees. Jose Perdomo had his first career homer. Raudy Reyes made his first career appearance. Diego Tornes had his first career hit.