Spring Training March 9 Game Thread: Braves vs Twins

TAMPA, FL - FEBRUARY 26: Carlos Carrasco #59 of the Atlanta Braves pitches during the game between the Atlanta Braves and the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Alex Zadorozny/MLB Photos via Getty Images) | MLB Photos via Gett

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As the WBC rages on, the Grapefruit League plods along as well. Today, the Braves will give Carlos Carrasco a chance to eat some more exhibition innings as they give their regulars a few hacks in a home game against the Twins. Minnesota is sending a mixed bag of starters and not-starters, and will be giving the ball to Zebby Matthews, who is pitching for a potential rotation spot in the wake of Pablo Lopez’ injury. Matthews actually pitched really well in 16 starts last year (91 FIP- and xFIP-) but

somehow unfortunately got saddled with a 135 ERA- in the process.

This will be the fourth time the Braves and Twins have tangled already this Spring Training.