Atlanta Braves claim Ricky Vanasco after Detroit Tigers cut him
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:56 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Ricky Vanasco has been claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves from the Detroit Tigers on August 26, 2026. This move follows the Tigers' decision to cut Vanasco after signing Tyler Kinley, a former Braves pitcher. Vanasco struggled during his time with the Tigers, posting a 15+ ERA in 2026 and primarily playing in the minors. The Braves have optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett, hoping to revive his career.
- •Ricky Vanasco cut by Detroit Tigers and claimed by Atlanta Braves
- •Braves option Vanasco to Triple-A Gwinnett
- •Vanasco posted a 15+ ERA in 2026 with the Tigers
- •This move follows the Tigers signing Tyler Kinley
- •Tigers are currently facing the Tampa Bay Rays
- 9:56 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Recently Cut Pitcher Acquired by Atlanta Braves
"The Detroit Tigers and Atlanta Braves have found themselves linked together in a couple of different pieces of news this week. Earlier in the week, after the Tigers signed former Braves pitcher Tyler Kinley (who was released), Detroit decided to cut ties with pitcher Ricky Vanasco. Well, as the Tigers are currently facing the Tampa […] The post Detroit Tigers Recently Cut Pitcher Acquired by Atlanta Braves appeared first on HEAVY.
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