In a recent blog post, MLB.com's Mark Bowman surmised that the Braves could summon rookie Alex Wood to join their rotation by the end of July. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Wood is getting stretched out to be a starter, so this could very well become a reality.
In his brief time in the majors, Wood has had no problem missing bats and inducing grounders, so he's a tantalizing stash option in most mixed leagues. Wood's promotion to full-time starter comes as a surprise, though, given that the Braves already have a numbers problem once Brandon Beachy completes his comeback from Tommy John surgery. Bowman suggested the team might move Kris Medlen to the bullpen, which would effectively clear a spot for Wood. Medlen has not fared well in his three July starts, and should that pattern extend to his next scheduled start against the Mets, manager Fredi Gonzalez could pull the plug on his tenure in the rotation.
Despite his recent slump, Medlen has been largely reliable this season, so it's too soon to drop him in Fantasy leagues. But his owners should keep a close eye on this situation.