Overview
- Atlanta claimed left-hander Ken Waldichuk off waivers from the Athletics, the team announced Thursday.
- To clear a 40-man roster spot, the Braves designated utility infielder Vidal Bruján for assignment.
- Waldichuk is returning from Tommy John surgery performed in May 2024 and posted an 8.65 ERA over 51 Triple-A innings in 2025 with Las Vegas.
- He last appeared in the majors in 2023 and carries a 5.28 career ERA across 42 MLB games.
- Reporting indicates Atlanta views him as organizational depth for spring training, with Triple-A Gwinnett a likely landing spot as he rebuilds.