Greg Maddux
On September 4, 2012, Medlen was named National League "Pitcher of the Month" for August 2012. In an article discussing the award, "Atlanta Journal-Constitution" writer David O'Brien pointed out that many commentators have been comparing Kris Medlen to the Braves' legendary pitcher, Greg Maddux. Medlen repeated as National League "Pitcher of the Month" for September, becoming the first Braves pitcher to win this back-to-back since Greg Maddux, in June and July 2001.