The Atlanta Braves made some big roster moves Tuesday afternoon, cutting infielder Kyle Farmer right after reinstating outfielder Mike Yastrzemski from the 10-day injured list. This kind of move is never easy, but it shows how quickly things can change in the MLB season.
A Quiet Exit For a Veteran
Farmer, a 10-year Major League veteran, is now a free agent if he clears waivers. He originally signed a minor league deal with Atlanta during the offseason, so the expectation probably wasn’t sky-high, but still, a decade in the bigs counts for something. He spent a decent chunk of the season on the active roster, but the Braves used him sparingly. We’re talking 16 trips to the plate, where he managed four hits and three RBIs, striking out four times. As Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors put it, “Atlanta probably wasn’t expecting much more than that. Farmer has been a light-hitting utility guy throughout his career.”
The Numbers Don’t Lie
That “light-hitting” label really tells the story. In parts of 10 MLB seasons, Farmer suited up for five different teams, accumulating 816 games. His career slash line stands at .247/.306/.387, with 63 home runs and a .693 OPS. He only surpassed 100 games played in four of those ten years. On the flip side, his defensive versatility is legit, having played every position on the diamond except for center field and right field. McDonald noted that, “Defensively, he has played every position on the diamond except for center field and right field.” It’s a tough league, and sometimes that versatility isn’t quite enough when the offensive production dips below a certain point. It’s possible he’ll land with another organization on a minor league deal and serve as an injury replacement down the line.
This is the kind of roster management that keeps teams sharp. Every decision, big or small, has an impact. It’s a constant grind to find the right pieces, and sometimes, even veterans have to make way.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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