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Braves re-sign former Phillies, Dodgers 29-year-old outfielder
TL;DR
The Atlanta Braves have re-signed outfielder Luke Williams after he cleared waivers and elected free agency. Williams, 29, is valued by the team as a depth piece despite limited offensive contributions.
Key points
- Braves re-signed outfielder Luke Williams
- Williams cleared waivers and elected free agency
- He has been with the Braves since 2023
- Williams is valued as a depth piece
- He has stolen 25 bases in 31 attempts
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The Atlanta Braves re-signed an outfielder and third baseman who's been with the organization since 2023 on Thursday.
Darragh McDonald of MLB Trade Rumors reports that Luke Williams is back with the NL East organization after clearing waivers and electing free agency.
"It’s an unsurprising development," McDonald wrote. "Williams is clearly liked by the club as a depth piece, but he is out of options, leading to frequent transactions."
The Braves had designated Williams for assignment when Michael Harris II returned from the paternity list. The 29-year-old doesn't provide much on offense but is an efficient base stealer, swiping 25 bags in 31 career attempts.
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Williams made his Major League debut in 2021 with the Philadelphia Phillies and managed a career-best .631 OPS in 58 games. He's also enjoyed short stints with the Miami Marlins, San Francisco Giants, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Q&A
Why did the Braves re-sign Luke Williams?
The Braves re-signed Luke Williams as a depth piece after he cleared waivers, indicating the team's continued interest in him despite his limited offensive output.
What are Luke Williams' career stats in base stealing?
Luke Williams has successfully stolen 25 bases in 31 career attempts, showcasing his efficiency as a base stealer.
What led to Luke Williams being designated for assignment by the Braves?
Luke Williams was designated for assignment when Michael Harris II returned from the paternity list, as the Braves needed to make roster adjustments.
