Because of the Atlanta Braves’ long history of prospect development, Spring Training is a rich opportunity to witness the rise of young superstars. Mere teenagers and 20-somethings stake their claim under the Florida sun, and for some, the standout performance becomes a ticket to a serious look in the big leagues.
While there are numerous times when Braves players jumped on to fans' radars in camp, some breakout performances stand out more than others. Here are the top four Braves breakout performances of the last 20 years.
Thanks to the rich farm system, the Braves have boasted their fair share of breakouts in spring training
Jason Heyward, 2009
At just 19 years old, Jason Heyward earned an invite to big-league camp in 2009.