Charlie Culberson’s season is a textbook example of the absurdity of Major League Baseball’s requirement that teams can carry no more than 13 pitchers. Culberson spent 61 days on the Atlanta Braves’ active roster and appeared in just one game while logging just one plate appearance. Despite that limited action, Culberson remained a fan favorite and was lauded as a teammate once again during his time with the Braves.
How Acquired
Culberson went to Spring Training with the Tampa Bay Rays but was released on March 24. He signed a minor league deal with the Braves four days later.