Atlanta Braves pitcher Elieser Hernandez enters free agency after clearing waivers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 6:54 AM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026
The Atlanta Braves designated right-handed pitcher Elieser Hernandez for assignment on September 9. After clearing waivers, the 31-year-old rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett and opted for free agency. This marks the third time during the 2026 season that Hernandez has been removed from the Braves' roster. In four appearances for the club this year, he has recorded a 2.45 ERA over 11 innings with 11 strikeouts and six walks. While he is now a free agent, there is a possibility he could return to the organization on a new minor league contract to provide additional pitching depth. The Braves remain in a strong position to clinch the National League East, currently holding a five-game lead over the Philadelphia Phillies after a recent 6-5 extra-innings victory.
- •Elieser Hernandez cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett.
- •The 31-year-old recorded a 2.45 ERA across four appearances for the Braves this season.
- •This is the third time in 2026 that the right-hander has been designated for assignment by the club.
- •The Braves lead the Philadelphia Phillies by five games in the National League East standings.
- 6:54 AMYahoo Sports — Braves’ 31-Year-Old Pitcher Becomes Free Agent After DFA
"The Atlanta Braves designated right-hander Elieser Hernandez for assignment on September 9. The club got the resolution, as the 31-year-old cleared waivers and rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett. He is now a free agent. Hernandez has more or less served as an additional arm when the Braves have needed someone to eat innings. […] The post Braves’ 31-Year-Old Pitcher Becomes Free Agent After DFA appeared first on HEAVY.
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