Pitching sharp as Braves win exhibition opener over Twins

The Atlanta Braves picked up their first win of 2022 defeating the Minnesota Twins 3-1 in their exhibition opener at CoolToday Park. The Braves got some good performances from several young players, particularly on the mound.

2020 fifth round pick Bryce Elder got the start on the mound and was impressive. He struck out Twins shortstop prospect Royce Lewis to begin the game and tossed three scoreless innings to begin the game. Elder issued a leadoff walk to Tim Beckham in the third but he was erased as Daniel Robertson grounded into a double play.

The Braves got on the board in the third inning as Drew Waters connected on a solo home run in his first at-bat of the spring. Waters struck out in…