"As had been speculated quite a bit since news of his designation for assignment and subsequent release by the Detroit Tigers, the Atlanta Braves are indeed bringing starting pitcher Charlie Morton according to multiple reports. What is unknown, according to multiple reports including MLB.com's Mark Bowman, is if that means Morton will pitch again this season or retire (or speculatively speaking, possibly attempt to return in 2026)."
"The big news here is Morton, who is one of the most respected players in the game. Drafted by the Braves, he debuted in 2008 before being traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates. He returned to Atlanta in 2021 - famously recording a strikeout in the World Series after having his leg broken by a line-drive - and pitched with the organization through last season."
"He joined the Baltimore Orioles to start the 2025 season before being traded to the Tigers. He lost his spot in the rotation with Baltimore earlier in the season, but re-found his form and rotation spot pitching effectively into the Summer. That production declined after joining the Tigers, who cut ties with the veteran after his poor start against the Braves on Sunday."
The Atlanta Braves have added starting pitcher Charlie Morton, though it is unclear whether he will pitch again this season, retire, or attempt a return in 2026. Earlier the Braves claimed reliever Joel Payamps off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers and designated reliever Connor Seabold for assignment. Payamps, 31, struggled this season but has been effective in the past and could receive a Spring Training invite in 2026. Morton was drafted by Atlanta, debuted in 2008, spent time with Pittsburgh, returned to Atlanta in 2021, began 2025 with Baltimore, was traded to Detroit, and was released after a poor start against Atlanta. If Morton’s career ends now, his final appearances could come facing the Pirates, two teams central to his 18-season career.
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