The Braves announced this morning that they've designated infielder for assignment. His roster spot will go to third baseman Austin Riley, who's been reinstated from the paternity list.
Short, 29, has appeared in 30 games with the Braves this season. He's taken 69 plate appearances and struggled to a .148/.313/.204 batting line. Short has shown good plate discipline in that small sample (17.4% walk rate)...
Atlanta will trade Short or attempt to pass him through outright waivers within the next five days. If he were to go unclaimed, Short would stick in the Braves organization as a depth option...
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