Right-handed pitcher Erik Cordier and left-handed pitchers Lee Hyde and Jose Ortegano were optioned to Gwinnett (AAA).  Right-handed pitcher Randall Delgado was optioned to Mississippi (AA).

The 10 players who were re-assigned to minor league camp include right-handed pitchers Michael Broadway, Jay Sborz, Julio Teheran and Arodys Vizcaino, left-handed pitcher Brett Oberholtzer, catchers Christian Bethancourt, Braeden Schlehuber and Jesus Sucre, infielder Tyler Pastornicky and outfielder Mycal Jones.  The Braves now have 46 active players remaining in its Major League camp.

Minor league manager Luis Salazar has undergone multiple surgeries on both Wednesday and Thursday last week for the injuries he suffered after being hit with a ball fouled into the dugout by catcher Brian McCann.  Word has it that he has not suffered brain damage as was once feared.  He looks to have an extended recovery period and will most likely not be ready to manage when the season starts.

Chipper Jones continues to look good in spring training moving between playing third base and DH and getting rest as well.  He has performed well in the field and at the plate.  Chipper had 2 hits, 2 runs and an RBI in Sunday’s game vs the Astros.

Derek Lowe continues to impress in spring training throwing scoreless inning after scoreless inning.  The sinker is working really well and he looks to be in fine shape come opening day.

The 5th rotation spot continues to be up for grabs as Brandon Beachy and Mike Minor go back and forth on having good outings and bad ones.  This decision is sure to be a difficult one for Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez.

Wilkin Ramirez continues to make his case to become the 4th outfielder for the Braves during the regular season.  Ramirez went 2 for 4 with a homer and three RBIs against Houston’s split squad.  He has made a good impression in spring training, displaying power and speed while batting .421 (8-for-19) with a triple, home run, five RBIs and three stolen bases.  

There are 17 days until Opening Day and the Braves are doing very well in spring training.  Let’s hope it continues once the regular season begins.