The Atlanta Braves have designated for assignment closer Craig Kimbrel, whom the organization called up yesterday.
Kimbrel, 37, appeared in Atlanta’s 5-4 loss to the San Francisco Giants, pitching one inning, during which he allowed one hit, one walk, and struck out one batter. He came into the game during the seventh inning with the Braves tied with San Francisco 4-4.
The veteran closer was called up a day after the Braves suffered a late-game collapse against the Arizona Diamondbacks in which Atlanta blew a 10-4 lead in the top of the ninth inning to lose 11-10. The Braves, who responded with a slew of roster moves in addition to Kimbrel’s call-up, are 27-35 on the season.
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