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Braves release Junior Garcia after MLB Trade Deadline moves

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 3:43 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Braves release Junior Garcia after MLB Trade Deadline moves

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The Atlanta Braves have released outfielder Junior Garcia after making roster adjustments following the MLB Trade Deadline. Garcia joined the Braves in May 2023 but struggled at the plate, hitting.195 with four home runs and 31 RBIs in 64 games in the current season. His performance did not meet the team's expectations, leading to his release to create roster space for new acquisitions, including outfielder Lane Thomas and relievers Tyler Mahle and Brent Suter. The Braves, currently 67-45, are looking to solidify their roster as they maintain a significant lead in the NL East.

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•Junior Garcia struggled with a.195 batting average in 2026.
•Garcia's tenure with the Braves ended after two seasons.
•Atlanta acquired Lane Thomas, Tyler Mahle, and Brent Suter at the Trade Deadline.
•Braves are currently first in the NL East, ahead by 7.5 games.

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3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Braves Release Struggling Outfielder After Trade Deadline

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The Atlanta Braves released a four-year pro veteran after the MLB Trade Deadline.Atlanta made some impactful moves that brought more people into the organization. With that, the Braves had to make room, and according to the MiLB transactions log, Atlanta released outfielder Junior Garcia on Tuesday.Garcia signed with the Braves in May of 2023 out […] The post Braves Release Struggling Outfielder After Trade Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
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