Former Oakland A’s pitcher Dany Jimenéz has signed a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves worth $785,000, including an invite to Spring Training. This move highlights the Braves' trend of acquiring former A's players, as their current roster features notable former A's such as Grant Holmes and Sean Murphy.
Jimenéz, who had a notable stint with Oakland, has faced challenges in previous seasons with injuries and performance inconsistencies. Despite these setbacks, he displayed promise, particularly during the 2022 season, where he served as the A’s closer, securing 11 saves with a 3.41 ERA.
His addition to Atlanta comes at a time when the Braves are looking to bolster their bullpen, which ranked third in MLB with a 3.32 ERA. Jimenéz’s experience in high-pressure situations could provide valuable depth, especially considering Atlanta’s injury struggles last year.