The Atlanta Braves just re-signed right-hander Elieser Hernandez to a minor league deal. Let that sink in. This marks the fourth time the Braves have signed this dude *this season alone*. It is an absolutely wild carousel, and you have to wonder what the heck is going on over there as they cruise toward a division title.
The Revolving Door for Elieser Hernandez
Can you believe this? Hernandez was designated for assignment just a few days ago, on September 9. That was the third time he’d been DFA’d by the Braves in the past seven weeks. It’s like a bad breakup that keeps getting back together, over and over. He’s made $4 million in his career, and honestly, the guy has been “fairly decent” for Atlanta this season. That’s what makes this whole situation even more bizarre. The Braves apparently have a bad tendency to let him throw multiple innings and then dump him the very next day. One of these times, they are not going to be lucky enough to bring him back into the fold.
Moves and Motivations: What’s Going On?
This latest re-signing came as part of a flurry of roster moves, including designating left-hander Bailey Falter for assignment on Monday morning. Falter, a 29-year-old, was actually acquired from the Royals alongside outfielder Lane Thomas prior to the 2026 trade deadline. It seems acquiring Falter and taking on some of the remaining $3.6 million of his salary likely helped the Braves lower the prospect cost for getting Thomas. So, while Falter is out, Hernandez is back in for his fourth stint. The Braves are looking to end the season on the right note after a successful weekend against the Philadelphia Phillies, and it truly seems like they are going to capture that NL East crown. Nothing is for certain, of course, but the team definitely controls its own destiny. With October looming and a playoff run potentially on the horizon, these roster gymnastics are certainly… something to watch.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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