30 May 2006
The Braves
promoted Tyler Yates to Atlanta today.
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The Braves signed the Hawaii native in early May and Yates had a 2.16 ERA in seven appearances at appearances at Richmond. In 8 1/3 innings, he allowed six hits, walked three and struck out 10.
"Everyone was raving about him," Braves manager Bobby Cox. "We've been wanting to get a look at him up here."
Yates has a fastball that reached 95-96 mph at Richmond and also a good slider. He occasionally mixes in a changeup."
To make room, the Braves sent down Cormier. Cormier was mediocre before his injury, and Bush Leaguish afterwards. He'd walked 17 and struck out 9.
