The Atlanta Braves have made a roster change by recalling outfielder Alex Verdugo from Triple-A Gwinnett while optioning Bryan De La Cruz down. Verdugo has yet to play in the 2025 season, hitting .207 in nine games at Gwinnett, while De La Cruz has struggled with a .191 average in 16 games. The coaching staff hopes that Verdugo's return will bolster the team's offense as they prepare for a series against the Minnesota Twins at Truist Park, amidst other notable MLB news such as injury updates and team changes.
As expected, the Atlanta Braves announced Thursday that outfielder Alex Verdugo has been recalled and fellow outfielder Bryan De La Cruz has been optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Verdugo has yet to make his 2025 debut. He's spent his season in Gwinnett so far, where he's logged nine games and hit .207.
As for De La Cruz, he's produced just a .191 batting average in 16 games. He's primarily taken over for the Braves in left field, where he's already logged 90 innings.
Hopefully, the move will serve the Braves right and Alex Verdugo brings his bat to Atlanta.
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