Summary
Craig Kimbrel’s brief return to the Braves ended after just one day when he was designated for assignment, following a scoreless inning against the Giants. The 37-year-old reliever, who signed a minor league contract in March, had a rough 2024 season with a 5.33 ERA and faced challenges with control and effectiveness in recent years. With the possibility of clearing waivers, Kimbrel may opt to stay with Atlanta rather than re-enter free agency, as he has a unique “rolling opt-out” clause in his contract and could still contribute in the future.
