Hernandez has performed exceptionally well for the Braves this season, showcasing his pitching prowess. Over the course of 9 2/3 innings in nine appearances, he has not given up a single earned run. His impressive statistics include a strikeout rate of 32.4% and only three walks issued throughout those appearances. Despite his strong performance, Hernandez and Dylan Lee were the only relievers on the roster with options available, which likely influenced the decision regarding his status on the team.
On the other hand, Minter was placed on the injured list due to a hip injury on May 30. He recently completed a scoreless inning at Gwinnett on Sunday as his final preparation before returning to the active roster. Prior to his injury, Minter had participated in 25 games, recording a 2.95 ERA and a 4.89 FIP over 21 1/3 innings.
