Overview
- MLB’s official transactions log shows Atlanta made the claims on Nov. 13, leaving the Braves’ 40-man roster at 37 players with 23 pitchers.
- Both relievers are expected to open in the minors as depth options rather than immediate big-league contributors in 2026.
- Carson Ragsdale, 27, logged two MLB outings for Baltimore in 2025, allowing eight earned runs in five innings, and was previously claimed and DFA’d by Atlanta in September.
- Josh Walker has 27 major-league appearances over the past three seasons with the Mets and Blue Jays and carries a 6.59 career ERA after recent DFA stints with multiple clubs.
- Baltimore’s moves followed a roster squeeze tied to 60-day IL activations, while Atlanta sought affordable arms following a year of injuries and turnover.