Atlanta Braves Morning Chop: News Round-up, Maitan

A general view of Tropicana Field at the main gate prior to the game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Baltimore Orioles of at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
A general view of Tropicana Field at the main gate prior to the game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Baltimore Orioles of at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Atlanta Braves right fielder Nick Markakis (22) looks on from the batting cage before a game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

In the Cages

Smooth swing. Below is a different sequence with Olivera… looks like his “knee twist” is reduced compared to last year.  Situational calls are being relayed to him in this video – in Spanish:

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Yes – two old catchers (although only one of them looks the part!) are in the house.

Next: Leaving Hammer Time Behind

Ah, Spring.