PT TOMORROW: NL East—Soroka gets another shot at the Braves rotation

Atlanta Braves

The Braves have been the class of the National League in the first half and have a 20-4 record in June as they open a series against the second-place Marlins. They have one of the most set lineups in baseball, but the starting pitching has been much more adventurous. This week will see a second chance for Michael Soroka after AJ Smith-Shawver was sent down to Triple-A Gwinnett. It also saw the season debut for Kolby Allard, who should get another start next week.

Soroka is the more interesting pitcher in terms of playing time going forward, particularly given the Braves' current options. Soroka struggled in two starts when he was called up earlier this season, but since returning to Triple-A he's started three games going...

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