The return of Braves rookie JR Ritchie comes with a reminder of the majors’ unforgiving nature

CHICAGO — Atlanta Braves right-hander JR Ritchie delivered a 96.5 mph fastball at the top of the zone in the third inning, an ideal pitch, especially with two strikes.
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