Braves Release Glavine

You all have heard by now. The Braves released Tom Glavine. I for one, am not happy.

This was done as a clear money-saving move by Frank Wren. Tom Glavine pitched well in what was supposed to be his final rehab start. Granted, his velocity is down, but that happens with age. Greg Maddux made a career of pitching in the mid 80s, and right now, Frank Wren is telling me that Tom Glavine can't do it.

Tom Glavine, for all he's done for the Braves, deserves better than this. He deserves the chance to prove himself at the major league level once more. Frank Wren refuses to face facts and admit that the Braves are not contenders this year. Tom Glavine in the rotation is something he deserves. Not only that, but Tom Glavine is a veteran presence and could help younger guys, like Medlen and Hanson mature. Even if he couldn't be effective as a starter, he still is a clubhouse presence. At least offer him the chance to remain with the Braves as a coach.

This move comes as no surprise, given how Frank Wren treated Smoltz in the offseason. Ultimately, the man is a horrid GM given his lack of respect for veteran players.