Braves cut ties with All-Star pitcher, creating Dider Fuentes rumors
Atlanta is potentially moving back to the youngster.
Braves cut ties with All-Star pitcher, creating Dider Fuentes rumors originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . Atlanta Braves fans want Didier Fuentes back in the major leagues.
They may soon be getting their wish. On Sunday, the Braves designated the former All-Star and World Series champion Martin Perez for assignment. That means Perez is removed from the 40-man roster and placed on waivers.
And with that move, Fuentes could join the picture for a soon-to-come turn through the rotation. Walt Weiss said that Martín Pérez has been DFA’d. Dylan Dodd is with the team tonight When asked if it meant Fuentes was coming, he said he didn’t know yet #Braves — Harrison Smajovits (@HarrisonSmaj) April 12, 2026 MORE: Jazz Chisholm didn't even know rules as he messed up ending of Yankees' game The 35-year old Perez has pitched in three games this season for the Braves, including two starts.
In 14. 1 innings pitched, he has a 3. 14 ERA.