Braves reportedly lose $4M swingman to Mariners after slow start to season
The Braves will not be getting back a player that they designated for assignment just a few days ago.
Braves reportedly lose $4M swingman to Mariners after slow start to season originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Atlanta Braves are widely considered one of the best teams in baseball at this point in the season.
They have yet to reach full health, with several key contributors gradually working their way back. A major reason for their success has been the pitching staff, led by pitching coach Jeremy Hefner. “Braves hired Jeremy Hefner as pitching coach.
Hefner, 39, spent past 6 seasons with Mets, who had MLB's 6th-best ERA in that span. They also hired Antoan Richardson, 42, as 1st-base coach. He spent past 2 seasons in that role with Mets and was also OF & baserunning instructor,” former Braves writer David O’Brien wrote.
The Braves have had some struggles out of the bullpen, and earlier in the week the organization decided to make roster moves. Atlanta designated Joel Payamps and Jose Suarez for assignment after a rough start to the year. “The Braves have designated relievers José Suarez and Joel Payamps for assignment, per a club announcement.