The Atlanta Braves will send Tucker Davidson to the mound as the starting pitcher for Game 5 of the World Series, the team announced on Sunday afternoon.
Davidson last pitched in the major leagues on June 15, when the Braves lost 10-8 to the Boston Red Sox.
The left-handed pitcher started four games in 2021, pitching 20 innings with a 3.60 ERA and 1.150 WHIP. With Braves left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly fully rested and available in the bullpen, expect Davidson to have a short leash in Sunday night's Game 5, as Atlanta attempts to win its first World Series since 1995.
Game 5 of the World Series featuring the Braves and Houston Astros starts at 8:15pm ET/5:15pm PT.