The former Georgia Bulldogs star and veteran Chicago White Sox infielder inked a one-year major league deal with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Friday. The deal is worth $1.25 million with $500,000 in incentives, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com.
Beckham tweeted his enthusiasm about returning to his hometown following the announcement:
Pretty amazing to grow up in Atlanta, go to UGA, and then put on the uniform of the @Braves. Trying to make sure I'm not dreaming..lets go!
— Gordon Beckham (@gordonbeckham) December 2, 2015
Beckham, a flashy defender, will give the Braves a platoon option alongside starting second baseman Jace Peterson and third baseman Adonis Garcia.