Atlanta Braves Release Utility Player Jorge Mateo

The Atlanta Braves have released utility player Jorge Mateo, concluding his short time with the team shortly after their series against the New York Yankees.

Mateo's release follows his designation for assignment, which occurred about a week earlier to accommodate Ha-Seong Kim's return from the injured list. During his time with the Braves, Mateo played 65 games, achieving a .240 batting average with four home runs and 11 RBIs.

Mateo, who signed a one-year contract with Atlanta in the offseason, has a career spanning seven seasons in Major League Baseball, starting with the San Diego Padres in 2019. His overall performance in the league includes a .223 batting average across 552 games. With his release, Mateo becomes a free agent and may seek new opportunities in the league.