Braves add veteran Kyle Farmer to roster for postseason depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026
The Atlanta Braves have called up 10-year veteran Kyle Farmer to bolster their bench as the team prepares for the postseason. Although the 36-year-old infielder is not part of a youth movement, his versatility across the diamond provides defensive depth for the roster. Farmer has recorded four hits and three RBIs in his limited 16 plate appearances for the club during the 2026 season. While he is not expected to be a primary offensive threat, he has previously hit at least 11 home runs in three separate seasons. The move aims to add experienced personnel to the bench, supporting star players like Ronald Acuna Jr. and Chris Sale during the final stretch of the regular season.
- •Kyle Farmer joins the Braves roster as a September call-up.
- •Farmer is a 10-year veteran capable of playing multiple defensive positions.
- •The 36-year-old has 16 plate appearances with the Braves this season.
- •The move provides roster depth for the team's postseason run.
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"This could be a sneaky good call-up for the Braves.
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