The Atlanta Braves farm system is pitching-dominated, with a variety of types to get excited about. Cam Caminiti and JR Ritchie are the Braves’ prospects who have received most of the national buzz, but plenty of other arms have the opportunity to pitch themselves into the spotlight in 2026.
One of the most intriguing prospects in Atlanta’s system is the 6'8" right-hander Luke Sinnard. The Braves’ 16th-ranked prospect pitched 72.1 innings in his first season of pro ball and left many fans dreaming about the pitcher he could develop into. As the former third-round pick heads into 2026, the expectation is that his leash will be lengthened so the organization can uncover more of his potential.
Luke Sinnard, RHP, Atlanta Braves
— Chris Clegg (@ChrisCleggMiLB) May 22, 2025
Sinnard, a 6'8" righty, was drafted in the 3rd rd last summer despite missing his 2024 season with TJ. After 5.1 scoreless last night, Sinnard has a 0.92 ERA in 29.1 IP w/33% K
FB: 94-95, held 94 into the 6th
SL: 88-90
CB: 80-83
SPL-CH: 81-83 pic.twitter.com/go2qdKN4sX
Why Luke Sinnard is a Braves pitching prospect to watch in 2026
Sinnard’s profile is an exciting one, as the towering right-hander put together an impressive pro debut. Last season, he finished with a 2.86 ERA and strong strikeout numbers over 72.1 innings across two levels of the lower minor leagues. Sinnard’s unique arm slot for a pitcher of his size, combined with a refined pitch mix, allowed him to dominate early in 2025.
Few pitching prospects in the system offer the same upside Sinnard does. His frame provides hope that premium velocity is on the table, and both of his breaking pitches have enough depth to give him the potential to rack up strikeouts in 2026.
While the numbers took a slight dip after he made the jump to high-A Rome, Sinnard showed enough to raise Atlanta’s expectations entering 2026. The Braves further invested in his development by sending him to the Arizona Fall League, where the results were encouraging. Some pitchers in the organization are closer to the big league level, but Sinnard isn’t quite knocking on the major league door yet.
However, because Sinnard should get to pitch more innings against higher-quality competition, Atlanta can really get a sense of exactly what they have in this high-upside pitcher. The former Hoosier isn’t in a make-or-break year for his prospect status, but a strong season could thrust Sinnard firmly into Atlanta’s plans for 2027.