Braves Minor League Recap: JR Ritchie throws complete game shutout
Briefly

JR Ritchie delivered a standout performance in Saturday's game by achieving a complete game shutout, a rarity in minor league baseball, ending with 27 consecutive outs after an initial single. Jose Suarez also shined, pitching 5.2 innings and backing Ritchie’s feat with solid stats, although he allowed two runs. The offense saw key contributions from Jarred Kelenic and Eddys Leonard, helping Gwinnett Stripers secure a competitive matchup against the Durham Bulls, which ended in a thrilling 10-inning game.
JR Ritchie achieved a rare minor league feat with a complete game shutout, finishing with 27 outs in a row after a single allowed at the start.
Jose Suarez maintained strong pitching despite allowing two runs, showcasing skill with seven strikeouts and high swing-and-miss numbers across his five-plus innings.
Jarred Kelenic continued his impressive form with back-to-back multi-base games, a testament to his improving performance during the season as he adapts at the plate.
In addition to Suarez, Didier Fuentes delivered a solid outing, contributing to the effective pitching performance that helped secure a win for his team.
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