Braves Designate Jorge Mateo for Assignment

The Atlanta Braves have designated shortstop Jorge Mateo for assignment, which will create a roster spot for Ha-Seong Kim, who is set to be activated as a utility player.

This move coincides with the return of catcher Sean Murphy from the 60-day injured list. Murphy's reinstatement followed the Braves' trade of Joey Bart to the White Sox, bringing back reliever Duncan Davitt. Murphy has been sidelined since mid-May due to a finger injury and has played only four games this season.

Jim Jarvis will continue as the starting shortstop, with Kim serving as a backup. Mateo, who has over five years of service time, is likely to be released since he can refuse a minor league assignment while maintaining his $1 million salary. He has played primarily in a utility role this season, posting a batting line of .240/.285/.380 with four home runs and ten stolen bases.