The Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Alex Verdugo to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million for the upcoming 2025 season. Following the signing, he was immediately optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett. Verdugo, aged 28, had a challenging 2024 season with the New York Yankees, where he played 149 games but struggled with a .233 batting average and .291 on-base percentage. The Braves also announced they outrighted infielder Luke Williams to Triple-A, alongside updates on their starting pitching and other roster moves.
The Atlanta Braves signed outfielder Alex Verdugo to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million for the 2025 season, then optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Verdugo, who is 28 years old, had a challenging 2024 season with the New York Yankees, posting a .233 batting average and a .291 on-base percentage over 149 games.
In addition to the Verdugo signing, the Braves outrighted infielder Luke Williams to Triple-A, as part of their roster moves ahead of the 2025 season.
On the field, Marcell Ozuna continued his strong spring performance with his third home run in a game against the Philadelphia Phillies.
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