Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.
The Atlanta Braves announced Thursday that they signed outfielder Alex Verdugo to a one-year, $1.5M deal. He was then optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett.
The #Braves today signed OF Alex Verdugo to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million for the 2025 season, and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett.
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) March 20, 2025
28-year-old Verdugo spent the 2024 campaign with the New York Yankees, where he appeared in 149 games. He had a tough season, logging just a .233 batting average and a .291 on-base percentage.
The Braves also announced that they outrighted infielder Luke Williams to Triple-A.
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The New York Mets signed infielder Diego Castillo to a minor league deal.
Jake Peavy, 2007 Cy Young winner, is rejoining the San Diego Padres as a special assistant to CEO Erik Greupner.
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott will start the season on the injured list, allowing Carson Spiers to start in the fifth rotation spot.
Miami Marlins pitcher Ryan Weathers will miss four to six weeks with a forearm strain.
Houston Astros righty Luis Garcia has been shut down entirely after dealing with elbow discomfort. He has not pitched since May 1, 2023.