The Braves have optioned Bryce Elder to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Elder will head to the minors after posting a 4.97 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP this spring. He will likely open the season in the Triple-A rotation.

Bryce Elder is scheduled to follow Chris Sale in the Braves spring training opener on Saturday against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Elder will follow Sale who is scheduled to pitch two innings. He struggled last season to the tune of a 6.52 ERA over 10 starts.

The Braves have optioned Bryce Elder to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Elder was optioned after allowing seven earned runs in a start against the Brewers Monday. The Braves will call up a fresh arm to provide depth in the bullpen.

The Braves have recalled Bryce Elder from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Elder will replace Reynaldo Lopez on the roster after he was placed on the IL Monday. He is expected to start Tuesday against the Brewers. Elder has a 5.67 ERA and a 1.54 WHIP in nine starts with the Braves this season.

The Braves have optioned Bryce Elder to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Elder will head back to the minors after making a spot start on Tuesday. This is likely a good sign that Reynaldo Lopez should be ready to rejoin the rotation soon.