The Atlanta Braves placed right-hander Grant Holmes on the 15-day injured list on Sunday, meaning all five of the club’s starters on Opening Day are on the injured list.

The Atlanta Braves going out and acquiring a starting pitcher has changed the plans from what was initially reported for the upcoming series

The Cardinals had a reasonable plan with starting pitcher Erick Fedde. President of baseball operations John Mozeliak hoped the team would stay competitive during his farewell season. Keeping Fedde would help the team do that while also allowing the organization’s pitching prospects to develop without rushing.