“The Future” will have to remain just that for the Braves, at least for right now. In the latest round of roster cuts, starting pitchers Tommy Hanson and Jo-Jo Reyes were both optioned to AAA Gwinnett where both are expected to begin the season. The moves come as Javier Vazquez and Jorge Campillo have both returned from WBC play and Tom Glavine is starting to get more reps in spring training as he tries to recover from shoulder surgery. Hanson was 1-0 this spring but had 14 strikeouts in just 14.2 IP with just a 2.45 ERA. His blazing fastball had many fans chirping for his insertion into the rotation, but the organization told the media that Hanson, as well as Reyes, needs more innings to prepare for the season, which both will get in minor league camp. Reyes was quite a surprise this spring, boasting a 2.08 ERA with just three walks in 13 innings. Reyes was 2-0 after going winless over his final 13 starts in 2008.
David Ross also appears to have locked up the backup catcher spot on the roster as Clint Sammons was sent to minor league camp. Jason Heyward and Freddie Freeman were also sent to the minor league camp. Heyward and Freeman are both 19 years old and should see action in both Class A and AA this season.
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