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Braves Acquire Vanasco from Tigers
27 Aug
Summary
- Atlanta Braves claimed Ricky Vanasco off waivers.
- Vanasco was designated for assignment by Tigers.
- He has shown strong strikeout ability in Triple-A.
The Atlanta Braves have bolstered their pitching depth by claiming right-handed pitcher Ricky Vanasco off waivers from the Detroit Tigers. Vanasco has been optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett following the transaction. The Tigers had designated Vanasco for assignment after signing former Braves reliever Tyler Kinley.
Vanasco, 27, made his Major League debut in 2024. His MLB career to-date includes appearances with both the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Tigers this season. While his big league outings were not stellar, he has showcased significant strikeout potential at the Triple-A level, recording 59 strikeouts across 46.1 innings pitched.
This waiver claim represents a low-risk addition for the Braves organization. It enhances their depth, particularly as rosters are set to expand slightly on September 1.
