Mitch Bratt Dominates with Five Scoreless Innings

D-backs' top pitching prospect shines in Triple-A outing

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:25am

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Mitch Bratt, the Arizona Diamondbacks' No. 14 overall prospect, delivered a standout performance for the Triple-A Reno Aces, tossing five scoreless and hitless innings while striking out three batters.

Why it matters

Bratt's strong outing is an encouraging sign for the Diamondbacks, who are looking to bolster their pitching staff with top prospects as they aim to return to the playoffs. The 22-year-old left-hander is considered one of the organization's brightest young arms.

The details

In his start for the Reno Aces, Bratt was dominant, not allowing a single hit over his five innings of work. He also struck out three batters, showcasing his ability to miss bats at the Triple-A level.

  • Bratt's five-inning, hitless outing occurred on April 14, 2026.

The players

Mitch Bratt

A 22-year-old left-handed pitcher and the Arizona Diamondbacks' No. 14 overall prospect.

Reno Aces

The Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, based in Reno, Nevada.

Arizona Diamondbacks

A Major League Baseball team based in Phoenix, Arizona, currently looking to bolster their pitching staff with top prospects.

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What’s next

Bratt's strong performance will likely earn him consideration for a promotion to the major league roster, as the Diamondbacks continue to evaluate their pitching depth and look to make a push for the playoffs.

The takeaway

Mitch Bratt's dominant outing in Triple-A is a promising sign for the Diamondbacks, who are counting on their top pitching prospects to help the team return to the postseason in the near future.