Braves sign former Dodgers catcher Chuckie Robinson to minor league deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Atlanta Braves have signed catcher Chuckie Robinson to a minor league contract as they address recent struggles, particularly in their offense. Atlanta has lost four of its last five games, including a 4-1 defeat to the Minnesota Twins. This move comes after the Braves released veteran first baseman Carlos Santana and reflects a need for depth behind catchers Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin. Robinson joins the Braves after being released by the Dodgers, where he was part of two World Series-winning teams.
- •Braves signed Chuckie Robinson to a minor league contract.
- •Atlanta lost four of five games, recently falling 4-1 to the Twins.
- •Carlos Santana was released to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
- •Robinson has experience from two World Series with the Dodgers.
- •The move addresses a need for catching depth in Atlanta.
- 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — Braves reportedly sign ex-Dodgers' two-time World Series champion, 31-year old journeyman
"The Atlanta Braves are still making moves during the season. They just signed a multiple time World Series champion to a contract.
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