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Braves promote Elieser Hernández as they option Connor Thomas to Triple-A

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:53 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Braves promote Elieser Hernández as they option Connor Thomas to Triple-A

Summary

The Atlanta Braves have selected right-handed pitcher Elieser Hernández to their major league roster after optioning left-hander Connor Thomas to Triple-A Gwinnett on July 28, 2026. The move comes after the Braves' game against the New York Mets was rained out, maintaining their five and a half game lead in the NL East. Hernández last pitched on July 27, throwing three innings of one-hit ball against the Baltimore Orioles. Thomas returns to Gwinnett after appearing in three games with Atlanta, where he recorded a solid performance this season.

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By the Numbers

•Atlanta Braves select Elieser Hernández, option Connor Thomas.
•Game against New York Mets was rained out.
•Braves hold a 5.5 game lead in the NL East.
•Hernández pitched three innings of one-hit ball last time out.
•Thomas returns to Gwinnett after three appearances.

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8:53 PMYahoo Sports — Braves select Elieser Hernández, option Connor Thomas

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The Braves have had their game with the New York Mets rained out. Does that mean they’re standing pat today? No, sir or madam. Do you think they’re out there actively trying to improve the team? In theory. The Atlanta Braves, who hold a five and a half game lead in the NL East and […]
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