Braves demote Jim Jarvis after series loss to Brewers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Atlanta Braves announced a roster move following their weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers. They demoted INF Jim Jarvis to Triple-A Gwinnett after he struggled offensively, hitting.173 with a.247 on-base percentage since the All-Star break. The Braves recalled OF Brewer Hicklen, looking to boost their offense ahead of a series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Atlanta needs to improve their performance to keep pace with the Philadelphia Phillies, who are gaining momentum in the standings.
- •Braves lost the series finale to Brewers 4-2 on Sunday.
- •Jim Jarvis hit just.173 with a.247 on-base percentage in his last 28 games.
- •Brewer Hicklen was recalled after a brief stint as the team's 27th man.
- •This demotion comes as the Braves prepare for their next series versus the Dodgers.
- •The Braves aim to address their recent offensive issues.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Braves finally demote struggling hitter after Brewers series
"The Atlanta Braves are making a change after losing their weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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