The offseason lull is ongoing, but so is our player review series. Up next, we take a look at Atlanta Braves reliever John Brebbia. We break down his impact, his struggles, and what his brief Atlanta tenure means for the team moving forward.

Interested in the guys on the farm, too? Our prospect review series also carries on with Luke Sinnard and Garrett Baumann.

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MLB News:

After winning Game Six 3-1, the Los Angeles Dodgers have forced a Game Seven of the Fall Classic. First pitch is set for tonight at 8:00 ET.

The Washington Nationals hired 33-year-old Blake Butera as manager. He is the league’s youngest skipper since 1972.

Detroit Tigers second baseman Gleyber Torres underwent sports hernia surgery on Friday. He is expected to be cleared for baseball activities in four weeks.

The Washington Nationals announced that catcher Jorge Alfaro has cleared outright waivers and become a free agent.

The Los Angeles Angels have hired Mike Maddux, brother of Greg Maddux, as their new pitching coach. Maddux was previously with the Texas Rangers.