Atlanta Braves Release Veteran First Baseman Carlos Santana

The Atlanta Braves are concluding their three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday at Truist Park, still in search of their first win after losing the first two games.

During the game, news broke that the Braves are releasing veteran first baseman Carlos Santana from their Triple-A affiliate in Gwinnett. Santana, who has a batting average of .292 with two home runs in 104 plate appearances this season, will become a free agent. He did not appear in any major league games for the Braves after joining their system.

Throughout his 17-year major league career, Santana has played for several teams, including the Cleveland Guardians and the Arizona Diamondbacks. He has a career batting average of .240, with 1,882 hits and 335 home runs. His release opens a spot in the Braves' Triple-A roster as they continue to assess their needs for the remainder of the season.