Is Jonathan Lucroy still playing baseball?

Asked by: Chad Myers

The Braves announced that catcher Jonathan Lucroy has been designated for assignment. The move opens up a roster spot for another veteran catcher in Stephen Vogt, who was acquired in a trade from the Diamondbacks.

Is Jonathan Lucroy still playing major league baseball?

Lucroy signed a minor-league contract with the White Sox on Thursday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. Lucroy spent most of the 2020 season with the Red Sox, but he didn’t log any plate appearances in the majors. The veteran backstop could compete for a backup role on the major-league roster during spring training.

Did the Braves trade a catcher?

Freddie Freeman’s time with the Atlanta Braves may be over. The Braves have completed a trade with the Oakland Athletics that sends star first baseman Matt Olson to Atlanta for four prospects, including outfielder Cristian Pache and catcher Shea Langeliers. The trade has been announced and is official.

What happened to lucroy?

Lucroy signed a minor league deal with Atlanta in May, and appeared in two games for the Braves after his contract was selected 10 days ago. In 23 total plate appearances with the Braves and Nationals this season, Lucroy has a . 316/. 409/.

How did the Braves get Lucroy?

Before Wednesday afternoon’s game against the Pirates, the Braves optioned Contreras to Triple-A Gwinnett and purchased the contract of two-time All-Star Jonathan Lucroy from Triple-A Gwinnett. Left-hander Grant Dayton was transferred to the 60-day injured list to create a 40-man roster spot for Lucroy.

Who did the Braves dfa?

The Braves have selected the contract of right-handed pitching prospect Bryce Elder in advance of tonight’s game, per a club announcement. Elder will start for the Braves and make his Major League debut. In a corresponding 40-man roster move, catcher Chadwick Tromp was designated for assignment.

What happened to jacob Webb?

Webb earned his first win and save in a series against the Colorado Rockies. Webb’s season ended in August after suffering an elbow impingement. He posted a 4–0 record with a 1.39 ERA over 32.1 innings in 2019 for the Braves. In 2020 he was 0–0 with a 0.00 ERA in 8 relief appearances over 10 innings.

Is Sean Newcomb still with the Braves?

Braves News: Newcomb Traded to the Cubs

Over parts of six seasons in Atlanta he had a 4.25 ERA and 1.453 WHIP in 383.1 innings. He was effective as a starter in 2018 and then had a good season out of the bullpen in 2019, but really hasn’t been able to earn back enough trust as either a starter or reliever since then.

Who is elder on the Braves?

Braves prospect Bryce Elder went seven innings in his first Triple-A start of the season, allowing two runs on three hits while striking out seven in a no-decision but the Gwinnett Stripers (13-14) beat Charlotte 3-2 Thursday night in Lawrenceville.

Where did Bryce Elder go to college?

University of Texas at Austin

Draft: Drafted by the Atlanta Braves in the 5th round of the 2020 MLB June Amateur Draft from University of Texas at Austin (Austin, TX).

What happened to Bryce Elder?

Atlanta optioned Elder to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. He’ll return to the minors one day after he took his third loss in as many starts, this time falling to the Rangers.