The Atlanta Braves announced Tuesday that they have acquired right-hander Ben Heller from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for international bonus pool money. Heller was optioned to Gwinnett. Atlanta designated Nick Solak for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster.
The Atlanta #Braves today acquired RHP Ben Heller from the Tampa Bay Rays in exchange for international bonus pool money and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. To make room on the 40-man roster, Atlanta designated OF Nick Solak for assignment.
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) June 6, 2023
Heller pitched in part of four seasons with the Yankees with his last appearance in the majors coming in 2020.