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Braves Manage to Re-Sign Key Outfield Depth Piece
- Braves re-sign outfielder José Azócar to a minor league contract, keeping him in the system.
- Azócar excelled in his latest MLB stint, hitting .417 with a 1.045 OPS over six games.
- He also made a notable diving catch to reinforce his defensive value.
- Azócar provided depth as the Braves relied on bench production this season.
- Manager Walt Weiss credited Azócar for delivering big hits and good at-bats.
- Azócar began the season with Gwinnett and later joined the major league roster when needed.
- His re-signing keeps veteran outfield depth available for the Braves as injuries persist.
- Azócar returned to action with the Stripers after his minor league signing.
- The Braves won 7-6 against the Red Sox, a game that coincided with Azócar's status.
- Azócar is a depth piece who contributed as a late-game defensive option and pinch-run scenarios.
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