But the left-hander wasn’t able to pitch because of back spasms, which Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos said only cropped up after a throwing session Sunday but Snitker conceded had been an issue for some time.
Braves salvage playoff berth with 3-0 victory over Mets, who win thrilling opener 8-7 to clinch
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Anthopoulos said Bryce Elder and Reynaldo López are among the candidates for the No. 5 slot.
Oft-injured left-hander Chris Sale traded to Braves from Red Sox for infielder Vaughn Grissom
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