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Braves CF Mallex Smith leaves MLB debut with cut on face

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WASHINGTON (AP) – Atlanta Braves outfielder Mallex Smith had an eventful major league debut Monday night after being recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett, getting his first hit but leaving after getting cut on the face while being thrown out trying to steal second base. In the fourth inning against the Washington Nationals, Smith was cut above the left eye when his…

Braves put new CF Mallex Smith in leadoff spot for MLB debut

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WASHINGTON (AP) – The Atlanta Braves aren’t exactly easing outfield prospect Mallex Smith into things. Smith was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett and immediately put in Atlanta’s starting lineup to make his big league debut as the center fielder and leadoff hitter on Monday night against Max Scherzer and the Washington Nationals. Says Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez: “You don’t bring a…