Braves cut ties with All-Star pitcher, creating Dider Fuentes rumors

Q: Why did the Braves designate Martin Perez for assignment?

The Braves designated Martin Perez for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster, indicating a shift in their pitching strategy.

Q: What are the implications of Martin Perez being placed on waivers?

Placing Martin Perez on waivers allows other teams to claim him, which could lead to his departure from the Braves if he is picked up.

Q: Who is Didier Fuentes and why are there rumors about him joining the Braves?

Didier Fuentes is a pitcher that Braves fans are eager to see in the major leagues, and his name has surfaced as a potential replacement following the team's recent roster changes.

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Atlanta Braves fans want Didier Fuentes back in the major leagues.

They may soon be getting their wish.

On Sunday, the Braves designated the former All-Star and World Series champion Martin Perez for assignment. That means Perez is removed from the 40-man roster and placed on waivers.

And with that move, Fuentes could join the picture for a soon-to-come turn through the rotation.

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The 35-year old Perez has pitched in three games this season for the Braves, including two starts. In 14.1 innings pitched, he has a 3.14 ERA.

Given Perez's veteran wisdom, it doesn't seem the Braves would DFA him for some willy-nilly reason. It has to point to Fuentes, at least eventually.

Fuentes pitched 4.0 innings earlier this season for the Braves in one outing and had a 2.25 ERA.

The 20-year old won't turn 21 until June 17 and is one of those young, fast-rising prospects that gets a fanbase fired up.

Given the Braves' pitching injuries, it doesn't make sense to keep Fuentes at Triple-A any longer. Perez has been moved out of the way. It seems that Fuentes' time is just about here.