Atlanta Braves starter Charlie Morton tied a franchise record held by a lefty who had a few legendary performances of his own.
Not only did Morton deliver an impressive performance after a shaky start, but he also etched his name in Braves history, a feat only one other legend has accomplished.Despite being 40 years of age, the veteran Braves starter still has a pick move as quick as anyone’s as of late.The pickoff of Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Richie Palacios may have been mundane at the moment, but that throw put him and 1991 NLCS MVP and 1995 World Series Champion Steve Avery in the same boat.
From the Braves' media relations staff: Charlie Morton has logged a pickoff in four consecutive games . He’s the first Brave with a four-game pickoff streak since LHP Steve Avery from May 4-19, 1995."From the Braves' media relations staff: Charlie Morton has logged a pickoff in four consecutive games ,". "He’s the first Brave with a four-game pickoff streak since LHP Steve Avery from May 4-19, 1995.
Steve Avery was one of the best pitchers of the 1990s, let alone in Braves history; the left-hander was the 4th starter in the rotation behind Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, and John Smoltz. While he may not have reached the heights of the famous trio, he had a legendary run in Atlanta's worst-to-first 1991.in Pittsburgh, throwing 16.1 innings.
Should he get another pickoff in his next start, he will hold the team record for most consecutive starts with a pickoff . You can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but for Morton, there’s nothing old about his arm just yet despite his 17-year career.
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