Braves acquire 24-year-old outfielder Matt Scannell after Blue Jays release
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Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves have signed 24-year-old outfielder Matt Scannell following his release from the Toronto Blue Jays. Scannell, a former two-way standout, had a brief tenure with the Blue Jays after struggling to find a permanent role. He demonstrated talent in college at Princeton and Wake Forest, which led to interest from Toronto. The Braves now hope Scannell can contribute to their roster and further develop his skills in their player development system.
- •Matt Scannell was released by the Toronto Blue Jays after less than two months.
- •Scannell has a collegiate track record as a two-way player, excelling at Princeton and Wake Forest.
- •The Braves' acquisition reflects their emphasis on bolstering their player development system.
- •Scannell is seen as a low-risk addition with potential upside for Atlanta.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Braves Acquire Unique 24-Year-Old Outfielder After Blue Jays Cut
"The Atlanta Braves quickly snapped up a former two-way standout talent after the Toronto Blue Jays cut ties with him.
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