J.R. Ritchie on First Big League Camp, Development & Earning a Path in Atlanta

One of the Atlanta Braves’ top pitching prospects, J.R. Ritchie is approaching his first big-league camp with a maturity that stands out well beyond his years. The young right-hander described the experience as an opportunity to “be a sponge,” emphasizing how much he’s learning simply by observing established veterans and asking questions. Today, he drops in with Nick and Chris to explain why this Spring Training experience is such a monumental opportunity to learn the game.