Braves Acquire Erick Fedde, Debut in Kansas City Series

The Atlanta Braves acquired right-handed pitcher Erick Fedde from the St. Louis Cardinals to bolster their injury-ravaged starting rotation, with Fedde set to make his debut for Atlanta in a start against the Kansas City Royals. Despite a challenging recent performance, including an 8:11 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a 13.25 ERA over his last five starts, Fedde brings veteran depth and experience, including a previous complete game shutout. The Braves are hoping Fedde can provide stability and help the team recover from a losing streak, especially as they await the return of other injured rotation members. Fedde's pitching arsenal centers on a sinker and cutter, though his overall results have been inconsistent. His trade came after the Cardinals designated him for assignment, and the Braves now face decisions about their rotation depth moving forward, with other pitchers like Spencer Strider and Joey Wentz also in the mix. Fedde's history includes Tommy John surgery, fluctuating success with his breaking pitches, and a stint in South Korea before returning to the majors, highlighting a career marked by both potential and setbacks.