Atlanta Braves promote Gus Schlosser from Gwinnett

With the roster inflated to accommodate up to 40 players in September, there is no reason for the Atlanta Braves to be shy with call-ups for potentially helpful pieces. Yesterday, we briefly touched on the absurdity that is Todd Cunningham languishing in the minor leagues, but on Friday, the team elected to promote right-handed reliever Gus Schlosser from Gwinnett in an effort to stock the bullpen for the upcoming series against the Miami Marlins.

In truth, the 25-year-old Schlosser hasn’t been particularly effective in either stop this season. Through 99.1 innings (25 appearances, 15 starts) in Gwinnett, he has amassed a 4.17 ERA with more than 4 walks per 9 innings (yikes), and in brief stints with Atlanta, Schlosser has a 4.50 ERA over 12 innings in 10 appearances.

The addition of Schlosser, who has primarily served as a starter throughout the minors, gives the Braves insurance should a rain delay and/or starting pitcher injury occur, but aside from that, he is a luxury on the roster for the next couple of weeks. Stay tuned for all the latest on the Atlanta Braves, including any potential promotions to the big league club.