3 years agoAtlanta Braves reliever Richard Rodriguez was left off the team's 26-man roster for the National League Division Series. Rodriguez, who was acquired in a trade from the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 30, pitched to a 2.94 ERA, a 4.04 FIP, 42 strikeouts, and 26 walks in 64.1 innings this season. He also registered 14 saves but struggled down the stretch. In his last 9.1 innings, the 31-year-old allowed 13 hits, seven earned runs, five home runs, and a walk. Rodriguez only struck out three batters during that span. Tyler Matzek, A.J. Minter, and Luke Jackson should continue to serve as setup options ahead of closer Will Smith for the series against the Milwaukee Brewers.--Ben Rosener - RotoBaller
Source: Atlanta Braves