The Braves announced to reporters, including Gabe Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, that outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. will start a rehab assignment in the Complex League tomorrow. He will be playing the outfield and will be monitored for a potential transfer to Triple-A Gwinnett at some point. The club also announced that right-hander Spencer Strider will throw a … [Read more...] about Ronald Acuña Jr. To Begin Rehab Assignment
Braves Claim Ian Anderson
The Braves and Angels announced this afternoon that Atlanta has claimed right-hander Ian Anderson off waivers from Los Angeles after he was designated for assignment by the latter club earlier in the week. This morning’s DFA of Jesse Chavez cleared a 40-man roster spot, so no corresponding move was necessary to complete the transaction. Anderson, 27 next week, returns to … [Read more...] about Braves Claim Ian Anderson
Braves Sign Eddie Rosario, Option Jarred Kelenic
The Braves announced Monday that they’ve signed veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario to a major league contract and optioned fellow outfielder Jarred Kelenic to Triple-A Gwinnett. In order to clear a spot on the 40-man roster, Atlanta designated righty Zach Thompson for assignment. Kelenic’s demotion comes amid a calamitously poor start for the 25-year-old former top prospect. He’s … [Read more...] about Braves Sign Eddie Rosario, Option Jarred Kelenic
Braves Designate Eddie Rosario For Assignment
The Braves announced Friday that they’ve designated outfielder Eddie Rosario for assignment. His spot on the roster will go to infielder Luke Williams, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett. Rosario’s latest Braves stint will last under two weeks. He signed a big league deal back on April 28 after being cut loose by the Dodgers. Atlanta gave him only four … [Read more...] about Braves Designate Eddie Rosario For Assignment
Braves Designate Ian Anderson For Assignment
The Braves announced Tuesday that they’ve designated righty Ian Anderson for assignment. His roster spot will go to fellow right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver, who has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett and will start today’s game for Atlanta. Anderson only just returned to the Braves two days ago, when Atlanta claimed him off waivers from the Angels. He’d landed in Anaheim after … [Read more...] about Braves Designate Ian Anderson For Assignment