Hey, not every offseason roster move that brings in a player from outside the organization is a game-changer.
The Braves have sort of made a name for themselves in terms of finding value on waiver wire and free agent market the last few years, in particular with bats while the pitching selections have been more....iffy.
Fortunately, the Braves did, in fact, pick up a bat on Friday as they snagged utility infielder Jack Mayfield off of the waiver wire from the Houston Astros. Mayfield doesn’t really profile as an everyday player, but with guys like Charlie Culberson and Adeiny Hechavarria seemingly headed elsewhere for 2021, it is hardly a surprise to see the Braves grab a guy with some positional versatility and defensive ability as a potential bench piece. Mayfield also showed a little bit of power in the high minors, so there is maybe a little bit of upside here as well. Plus, this move in particular could make the Braves’ decision regarding Johan Camargo and the non-tender deadline a little more interesting.
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