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Braves Outright Infielder to Triple-A Gwinnett
- Braves outrighted infielder Brett Wisely to Triple-A Gwinnett after designated him for assignment, keeping him in the organization.
- Wisely joined Atlanta last season then was removed from the 40-man roster on March 25 as the roster was set for opening day.
- He was claimed off waivers from the Giants near the end of last season and later scooped back by the Braves before spring training.
- In spring, Wisely hit .324 with a .929 OPS in 16 games for Atlanta, totaling five extra-base hits and two RBIs.
- If Wisely elects free agency, he could sign with another team; Gwinnett provides depth in the organization.
- Opening infield for the Braves features Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Mauricio Dubón and Austin Riley, with Ha-Seong Kim expected back at shortstop.
- Ha-Seong Kim is expected to return at shortstop after finger surgery; Smith, Farmer and Jorger Mateo provide additional depth.
- Braves wrap up their series, then head west for a road trip to face the Angels after a Kansas City series.
- Rowdy Tellez joined Gwinnett as a late addition on a minor league contract.
- Harrison Smajovits reports on Braves transactions and player movements.
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