Field Level Media
The Atlanta Braves agreed to a two-year, $3.1 million deal with injured left-hander Tyler Matzek on Friday to avoid arbitration.
Matzek will miss the 2023 season after undergoing Tommy John elbow surgery last month. He is expected to be recovered before the start of the 2024 campaign.
The deal also includes a $5.5 million club option for 2025 with no buyout.
Matzek was a key figure on Atlanta's 2020 World Series-winning team, striking out 24 batters in 15 2/3 innings over 13 postseason appearances. He compiled a 1.72 ERA and gave up 10 hits and four walks.