Atlanta Braves news and notes from Thursday.
Atlanta Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies will finally return to the lineup today against the Miami Marlins. Albies has been sidelined since late July with a fractured wrist. He will bat from the right side only, as his left hand swing is not entirely comfortable yet.
Albies began a rehab assignment with the Gwinnett Stripers this week and in just two games recorded four hits, a home run, and three RBI.
The Braves have a pivotal weekend series in Miami beginning tonight, so hopefully, Albies will provide the spark that the team needs.
More Braves News:
The bats came to life during Thursday’s 15-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Despite the Gwinnett loss, Drake Baldwin had a productive Wednesday with a double and an RBI. More in the minor league recap.
Former Atlanta Brave Charlie Culbertson announced his retirement after 11 major league seasons.
MLB News:
Right-hander Kyle Hendricks announced that he plans to pitch in 2025. For the first time this winter, he will be a free agent.
Chicago Cubs right-hander Julian Merryweather will undergo knee surgery today. He is expected to be ready for Spring Training.
The Miami Marlins designated infielder Jose Devers for assignment and optioned infielder David Hensley to Triple-A Jacksonville. The club also reinstated outfielder Derek Hill from the injured list.
The Toronto Blue Jays officially placed shortstop Bo Bichette on the 10-day injured list with a fractured middle finger to end his season.
Veteran Chris Martin announced Thursday that he expects 2025 to be his final season. The 38-year-old spent 2019-2021 with the Braves.
Shohei Ohtani became the first player in MLB history to record a 50/50 season.