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Atlanta Braves Prospects: Re-visiting my Favorite List

By Ryan Cothran

Mar 8, 2016; Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Sean Newcomb (78) throws during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets at Champion Stadium. The Braves won 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 8, 2016; Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Sean Newcomb (78) throws during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets at Champion Stadium. The Braves won 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct. 14, 2014; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Rio Ruiz (30) plays for the Salt River Rafters during an Arizona Fall League game against the Surprise Saguaros at Salt River Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Oct. 14, 2014; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Houston Astros third baseman Rio Ruiz (30) plays for the Salt River Rafters during an Arizona Fall League game against the Surprise Saguaros at Salt River Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Gwinnett Braves Prospects

Bradley Roney – Seems to be on the fast track to the majors with a doozy of a fastball, but needs to harness his control in order to take the next step.  Roughed up in his first forays with Gwinnett.  He could slot in at the back-end of this list, late 20s. Grade: C+

Mississippi Braves Prospects

Dustin Peterson– Having a great year and showing some real power in a league that sucks power out of bats.  A big move up in my opinion and could slot in at the 15-20 spot behind Chris Ellis. Grade: B-

Rob Whalen – Was thought to be the big get in the Kelly Johnson/Juan Uribe trade but had double knee surgery last year which put him on the shelf pretty much right at the acquisition causing all prospect gurus to turn their heads to John Gant. Now that he’s back, there’s a reason that he had the “big get” tag as he’s throwing really well for Mississippi and will likely get a promotion soon. He could slot in right behind Dustin Peterson in the 15-20 spot. Grade: B-

Akeel Morris – Big arm acquired in this year’s version of the Kelly Johnson trade, he’s a back-end bullpen guy in the waiting.  He likely slots in right behind Rob Whalen in the late teens. Grade: B-

Mauricio Cabrera – with a respectable ERA and a lowering walk rate, “Cannon” Cabrera could join Akeel at the back end of a bullpen if improvement continues. He likely slots in front of Bradley Roney on this list. Grade: C+

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