June 2, 2024

Effectively Wild

Charlie Morton shutout the Athletics for six innings on Sunday, the Braves going on to a 3-1 win over the Athletics. Morton walked five, which is unusual for him, but only allowed one hit. He did something similar two starts ago at the Cubs walking four and striking out eight in five innings, allowing two runs but only one earned. He didn’t get a decision in that game either. Walks are where Morton is showing his age, as his average is over four per 9 IP since the start of 2023, 3.34 for his career.

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