{"id":659213,"date":"2026-04-02T17:35:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T17:35:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/659213\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T17:35:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T17:35:15","slug":"multiple-braves-top-prospects-receive-promotions-to-start-2026-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/659213\/","title":{"rendered":"Multiple Braves Top Prospects Receive Promotions to Start 2026 Season"},"content":{"rendered":"

Some of the Atlanta Braves<\/a>‘ top prospects have been rewarded with a promotion to start the season. Along with strong performances at their respective levels last season, some of these prospects stood out for one reason or another during spring training. <\/p>\n

Here are four notable prospects who received promotions to the next level of play to start the next season. This is decision-making is based on prospects who spent significant time or the entire season at one level. <\/p>\n

For example of who missed the cut, Lucas Braun made one start with Triple-A Gwinnett last season, and he’s starting the season with them again. This is to highlight those experience a certain level for the first time. <\/p>\n

Cam Caminiti, High-A Rome (Last Season: Single-A Augusta)<\/p>\n

Caminiti comes into this season with a clean bill of health. He’ll have the chance to start the season on time and pitch with fewer limitations. <\/p>\n

In 2025, he finished the season with a 2.08 ERA, a 1.22 WHIP, a .210 BAA and 75 strikeouts (12 K\/9) in 56 1\/3 innings pitched. During the spring training season, he caught attention with a weekend performance in which he dominated Pittsburgh Pirates minor leaguers<\/a> in the backfields. He tallied seven strikeouts, which included 11 whiffs. He also froze batters a few times to punch them out. <\/p>\n

John Gil, High-A Rome (Last Season: Single-A Augusta)<\/p>\n

Yes, he saw some action with Double-A Columbus last season. It was for a few games to get him some extra at-bats. It’s hard to call it a true promotion. Given that he spent virtually the entire season with Single-A Augusta and he’s never seen action in High-A, this counts as a promotion for this list.<\/p>\n

Gil saw action with the Braves in big league camp. His performance<\/a> reflected the power surge<\/a> he has been experiencing, but it’s clear he needs more time to develop. That’s not a negative. He’s a 19-year-old who hit three home runs between spring training games and the spring breakout. <\/p>\n

He’s a clear prospect to watch this season, and it will be worth checking in on him. <\/p>\n

Owen Murphy, Double-A Columbus (Last Season: High-A Rome) <\/p>\n

Murphy had a strong performance in High-A Rome last season once he returned from recovering from Tommy John surgery. He had a 1.32 ERA and a 0.77 WHIP across six starts. He was due for a promotion. <\/p>\n

He made two appearances with the Braves in spring training, allowing a run across four total innings. He struck out six and allowed just three baserunners. The 22-year-old right-hander has a solid chance to reach Triple-A this season if his success carries over this season. <\/p>\n

Double-A should provide him with a nice challenge. Hitters become significantly more disciplined at this level. <\/p>\n

Garrett Baumann, Double-A Columbus (Last Season: High-A Rome) <\/p>\n

Like Murphy, Baumann made two appearances with the Braves in spring training. He allowed two earned runs across four innings pitched. He allowed four total baserunners while striking out five. <\/p>\n

Based on his track record, it would seem likely that he spends the full season in Double-A. He’s had a full season with both Augusta and Rome. Maybe he makes a start at the end of the year in Triple-A. There’s precedent that he could make a start at the level up at least once. <\/p>\n

That time could be what’s simply best for his development. However, if he warrants a move up to Triple-A, the Braves likely won’t hold him back.<\/p>\n

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