The Atlanta Braves claimed utility infielder Jack Mayfield of waivers from Houston. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
The Atlanta Braves continued adding depth today, with their first waiver claim of the 2020 offseason.
Just after lunch today, the Atlanta Braves official Twitter account announced that the team had claimed utility infielder Jack Mayfield off waivers from the Astros. Mayfield’s addition to the 40-man roster is the second in two days and brings the total to 38.
The departure of Charlie Culberson and Adeiny Hechavarria, and the Atlanta Braves growling frustration with Johan Camargo, meant the team needed a defensively-oriented infielder for depth.