The Atlanta Braves have re-signed utility player Luke Williams on a minor league contract after he opted for free agency following the season. Williams, claimed off waivers from the Dodgers in 2023, has primarily served as a multi-positional substitute and occasional pitcher, appearing in 39 games last year with a .129 batting average. His overall MLB stats show a .212/.270/.280 line across 349 plate appearances. The Braves also signed Jorge Mateo to back up Mauricio Dubón, while managing their bench dynamics with other players like Eli White and Nacho Alvarez Jr..
