Kris Medlen makes Braves debut

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Kris Medlen makes Braves debut

Photos of pitcher Kris Medlen's debut for the Atlanta Braves.

Pitcher Kris Medlen made his debut for the Atlanta Braves on Thursday against the Colorado Rockies.

After going 5-0 with a 1.19 ERA at Class AAA Gwinnett, Medlen was the first pitcher the Braves called up to the big leagues.

Medlen gave up a run in the first inning.

Medlen reacts after a balk was called on him during the first inning.

Medlen delivers a pitch during the first inning.

Medlen hands to ball to manager Bobby Cox after struggling in the 4th inning. The rookie gave up five earned runs on five hits in three innings. He struck out three and walked five.

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Pitcher Kris Medlen made his debut for the Atlanta Braves on Thursday against the Colorado Rockies.

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