Healthy again in , he was promoted to Macon on May 3 from extended spring training. He had the 9th best walks per 9 innings ratio in Macon Braves history (1.83) and struck out a season high 7 batters three times. He struck out 6 in 6 innings on May 18 at Asheville for his first win of the season.
After making a full recovery, he was elevated to Macon on May 3 from extended spring training. During his time with the Macon Braves, he achieved the 9th best walks per 9 innings ratio (1.83) and recorded a season-high 7 strikeouts in three consecutive games. He earned his first win of the season by striking out 6 batters in 6 innings on May 18 at Asheville.