Braves Officially Promote Dallas Keuchel to Major League Roster Ahead of Friday Start
By Adam Weinrib
He's heeeerrrreeee!
Though it's just a formality, following every update in the world assuring us that Dallas Keuchel would start for the Braves Friday night against Washington, the final bit of insecurity has now been removed.
Tonight's the night.
The #Braves today recalled LHP Dallas Keuchel to Atlanta. He will start tonight’s game at Washington.
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) June 21, 2019
Sorry, Huascar Ynoa.
The Braves optioned RHP Huascar Ynoa to Triple-A Gwinnett following last night’s game.
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) June 20, 2019
With the Braves surging, and Washington somehow finding their footing as well, this clash between the two hottest teams in the East could not have come at a more exciting time.
Unfortunately, this showdown's happening on the road -- hey, Atlanta, you got your plane tickets?
Official: It’s @kidkeuchy Day! #ChopOn pic.twitter.com/MP16S0jcHT
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) June 21, 2019
Keuchel will wear No. 60 and toe the rubber against a foe he'll be expected to beat into submission as the second half drags on.
While the ex-Astros lefty was readily available this offseason in free agency, Washington went a different direction, offering their big-money deal to Patrick Corbin. Now is Keuchel's first chance to prove them wrong. Game on.