Braves vs Dodgers

The Braves managed to to even the series with 2 wins out of 4 vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Braves probably could have won at least 3 here, but overall I am fine with the series. The Dodgers are good team with a 46-36 record before the series. They are currently fighting for the 1st place spot of the NL West division with the San Diego Padres.

-John Smoltz is having problems with his shoulder. It isn't believed to a real serious problem. I really don't think the Braves can afford to lose Smoltz for any long time.

-With John Smoltz and his injury, a top pitching prospect Jo-Jo Reyes will likely make his major league debate tomorrow (Saturday). Reyes has gone 10-1 with a 3.08 ERA in 17 starts with Double-A Mississippi and Triple-A Richmond this year. I wish him the best luck, and hopefully he does well enough to earn a spot in the rotation.

-Kyle Davies continues to struggle. He gave up 5 earned runs in 2 innings on Tuesday. It is only a matter of time before he gets demoted.

-Pete Orr was sent down to Richmond Thursday to make room for Joey Devine. I am sad to see Orr get demoted, but overall this is a necessary improvement.

-Finally, the best part of the series is Chipper Jones hitting two home runs to pass Dale Murphy on the all-time Atlanta home run list. Jones has now 372 career home runs.

Next, the Braves will face the San Diego Padres (1st place in NL West). Buddy Carlyle will oppose Justin Germano tonight.