SL1 Mississippi Braves

Relievers on the Move

Published on July 31, 2009 under Southern League (SL1)
Mississippi Braves News Release


Pearl, MS - The Atlanta Braves made a pair of moves today that affect Mississippi's roster. LHP Bryan Dumesnil was released from the Atlanta Braves organization and RHP Craig Kimbrel was promoted to AA Mississippi from High-A Myrtle Beach.

Kimbrel was selected as the 10th-best prospect in the Braves' organization by Baseball America prior to the 2009 season. He was 0-2 with two saves and a 5.47 ERA in Myrtle Beach and he collected 10 saves with a 0.90 ERA in Rome this year.

Mississippi's roster now has 24 active players with one player on the disabled list.




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