The Atlanta Braves are highly focused on some of the pitching appearances that will be made in the Minor Leagues this week.

Mike Minor, Gavin Floyd and Ervin Santana are pitching in minor league games on Thursday and Friday. All three pitchers are moving closer to joining the Major League team.

The Braves are in need of starters in the wake of season-ending elbow injuries to Kris Medlen and Brandon Beachy.