The Braves add further potential pitching depth in the form of a Georgia native who pitched in the Atlanta area as a member ...

Given his age — as he turned 23 last November — and performance last season, Hackman should be given the bump up to High-A ...

The Braves have some notable pitching prospects in the pipeline, yet this beat writer opted for a less conventional pick ...

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