Horacio Ramirez has a partially torn ligament in his left middle finger and will be placed on the disabled list.
Manager Bobby Cox said Tuesday there's a "good chance" that Ramirez is done for the year, though the left-hander hopes to return. "It's not a complete tear. That's a good sign," Ramirez said. "It didn't swell up much. That means I should be able to come back quicker." The Braves will need starters on Saturday and next Tuesday.
Lance Cormier is almost certain to be called up for one of the games. Kevin Barry could be an option for the other.