Braves Recall Lefty From Triple-A, DFA Elieser Hernández

A fresh arm is on his way to the Atlanta Braves bullpen. The team announced on Saturday morning that they have recalled left-hander Connor Thomas from Triple-A.

In a corresponding move, they have designated right-hander Elieser Hernández for assignment.

The latter pitcher gave the Braves three scoreless innings and earned the win on Saturday, when the team beat the Baltimore Orioles, 7-6. He got into some trouble with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth, but he was able to escape the jam and give the Braves a chance to win it.

Since Hernández threw 48 pitches, he won't be available for a few days. With the bullpen still feeling the strain, they brought in another long reliever. It's likely Hernández will be outrighted to Triple-A after clearing waivers and will then elect free agency. After that, he'll likely re-sign.

Friday night's outing is his only regular-season appearance with the Braves so far. He's spent the entire season with Gwinnett.

Thomas has also made a single appearance with the Braves this season. He pitched 3 2/3 innings on July 7 and allowed four earned runs in a losing effort against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The Braves have a chance to take another series on Saturday. Bryce Elder is on the mound for a 7:05 p.m. first pitch.

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