{"id":132384,"date":"2025-12-31T09:42:20","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T09:42:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=132384"},"modified":"2025-12-31T09:42:20","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T09:42:20","slug":"alert-braves-reliever-daysbel-hernandez-predicted-to-make-a-major-impact-in-2026-the-shocking-rise-that-could-change-atlantas-bullpen-forever-will-he-become-the-game-changer-the","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=132384","title":{"rendered":"ALERT: Braves Reliever Daysbel Hernandez Predicted to Make a Major Impact in 2026 \u2013 The Shocking Rise That Could Change Atlanta\u2019s Bullpen Forever… Will He Become the Game-Changer They\u2019ve Been Waiting For? (J)"},"content":{"rendered":"

ATLANTA BRAVES\u2019 BULLPEN STRENGTHENED WITH RAISEL IGLESIAS, ROBERT SUAREZ, AND THE POTENTIAL OF DAYSBEL HERNANDEZ<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The\u00a0Atlanta Braves<\/strong>\u00a0bullpen is shaping up to be one of the\u00a0best in baseball<\/strong>\u00a0following a busy offseason that included key moves to reinforce the relief corps. The\u00a0re-signing of closer Raisel Iglesias<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0three-year, $45 million deal for Robert Suarez<\/strong>\u00a0were crucial steps in solidifying the back end of the Braves’ bullpen. With these proven arms in place, the team has not only ensured stability but also positioned itself to withstand the demanding nature of a long season.<\/p>\n

Yet, there is another intriguing arm that could elevate the Braves bullpen even further in 2026\u2014Daysbel Hernandez<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

HERNANDEZ\u2019S UPS AND DOWNS IN 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Daysbel<\/p>\n

Hernandez<\/strong>\u00a0came into the 2025 season with high expectations following a promising 2024, where many anticipated that the right-handed reliever would experience a breakout year. However, consistency was an issue in 2025, and Hernandez’s season was marred by struggles with his command. Despite showing flashes of potential, his\u00a03.41 ERA<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a033 strikeouts<\/strong>\u00a0over\u00a039 appearances<\/strong>\u00a0highlighted both his talent and the challenges he faced.<\/p>\n

One of the key concerns for Hernandez was his dramatic increase in walks. He walked\u00a018.3%<\/strong>\u00a0of the batters he faced in 2025, a stark contrast to his\u00a05.9% walk rate<\/strong>\u00a0in 2024. This sharp decline in control underscored the difficulty of translating his raw stuff into consistent results\u2014a common hurdle for pitchers with electric stuff who struggle to command their pitches.<\/p>\n

Despite these issues, there\u2019s still much to be optimistic about with\u00a0Hernandez\u2019s upside<\/strong>. His electric stuff and ability to get strikeouts give him the potential to be a high-leverage arm in the Braves\u2019 bullpen.<\/p>\n

HERNANDEZ\u2019S TOOLS AND UPSIDE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Hernandez\u2019s arsenal is built around two key pitches: his\u00a0four-seam fastball<\/strong>, which averages an impressive\u00a097.7 mph<\/strong>, and his\u00a0slider<\/strong>, which comes in at\u00a089 mph<\/strong>. Few pitchers in the league can consistently hit these velocities while also possessing a sharp secondary pitch like Hernandez\u2019s slider. This combination of\u00a0power and precision<\/strong>\u00a0makes him a potential weapon in late-inning situations.<\/p>\n

If Hernandez can regain control of his pitches, he has the makings of a\u00a0high-leverage reliever<\/strong>, capable of making an immediate impact. This is something the Braves are well aware of\u2014his upside<\/strong>\u00a0could turn him into a key piece of their bullpen, alongside Iglesias and Suarez.<\/p>\n

THE ROLE OF JEREMY HEFNER IN HERNANDEZ\u2019S DEVELOPMENT<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Braves<\/p>\n

The Braves are optimistic that new pitching coach\u00a0Jeremy Hefner<\/strong>\u00a0will play a significant role in helping Hernandez refine his approach. Hefner has a reputation for helping pitchers\u00a0simplify their mechanics<\/strong>\u00a0and better understand how to deploy their strengths. If Hernandez can improve his command under Hefner\u2019s guidance, he could be on the verge of a major breakthrough.<\/p>\n

Hernandez\u2019s electric fastball and slider give him the tools to be a\u00a0dominant reliever<\/strong>, and Hefner\u2019s coaching could be the key to unlocking his potential. The goal for Hernandez and the Braves is to harness his natural talent and develop a more consistent approach on the mound.<\/p>\n

THE OPPORTUNITY IN 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Hernandez, who is still just\u00a029 years old<\/strong>, has plenty of room to grow. He debuted for the Braves in\u00a02023<\/strong>\u00a0and still has relatively limited experience at the major league level. However, with Iglesias and Suarez anchoring the bullpen, Hernandez doesn\u2019t need to carry the load alone. Instead, he has the chance to develop into a trusted weapon for manager\u00a0Walt Weiss<\/strong>, allowing the Braves to use him strategically in late-game situations.<\/p>\n

The hope is that by\u00a02026<\/strong>, Hernandez will have refined his control and become a key complementary piece to the dominant\u00a0Iglesias-Suarez tandem<\/strong>. This would not only bolster the Braves\u2019 bullpen but could also make it one of the deepest in the league, providing Weiss with multiple options in high-pressure moments.<\/p>\n

CONCLUSION: A BREAKOUT IN THE MAKING<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Braves bullpen, with the addition of\u00a0Iglesias<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Suarez<\/strong>, already has the makings of one of the league\u2019s best. However, if\u00a0Daysbel Hernandez<\/strong>\u00a0can bounce back and harness his elite stuff under the tutelage of\u00a0Jeremy Hefner<\/strong>, he has the potential to become a breakout star in 2026. Hernandez\u2019s combination of power, pitch selection, and youth makes him an exciting player to watch, and if he can take the next step, the Braves\u2019 bullpen could be the backbone of their success in 2026 and beyond.<\/p>\n

As the\u00a0Atlanta Braves<\/strong>\u00a0look to contend for another championship,\u00a0Daysbel Hernandez<\/strong>\u00a0could emerge as a crucial piece of their bullpen puzzle, helping to solidify their dominance in the National League.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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