On Wednesday night, the Atlanta Braves hosted the Miami Marlins for the second game of their series at Truist Park.
The Braves won by a score of 4-1 (and lead the series 2-0).
Former Braves Player Becomes Free Agent
During their series with the Marlins, news came out that a recent Braves player had elected free agency.
MLB.com wrote (on August 4): “C Chadwick Tromp elected free agency.”
Tromp had been designated for assignment by the Baltimore Orioles last month.
MLB.com wrote (on July 31): “Baltimore Orioles designated C Chadwick Tromp for assignment.”
Tromp has appeared in nine games for the Orioles this season.
Jake Rill of MLB.com added (on August 4): “C Chadwick Tromp elected free agency in lieu of accepting an outright assignment to Triple-A Norfolk, per Orioles”
Here’s what people were saying about the news:
Matt Weyrich: “Chadwick Tromp cleared waivers and elected free agency, the Orioles announced. Baltimore’s catching depth, as it now stands: Samuel Basallo (IL) Carlos Narváez Yahel Pozo Sam Huff (AAA) Silas Ardois (AAA) Creed Willems (AAA)”
@thirtyskeletons: “thank you for your service king, it would be really funny if we signed you for a third time”
@IronBirdsDJ: See ya next week”
@girthkokowicz: “Farewell 🫡”
Looking At Tromp’s Career
Tromp has played part of seven MLB seasons for the Giants, Braves and Orioles.
The 31-year-old has spent part of five seasons with the Braves.
He most recently appeared in 12 games for the franchise earlier this year.
Over 88 career games, Tromp is batting .208 with 46 hits, six home runs, 27 RBIs and 20 runs.
Braves Right Now
The Braves are the first-place team in the National League East with a 69-45 record in 114 games.
They have won eight out of their last ten.
Orioles Right Now
The Orioles are the fourth-place team in the American League East with a 56-58 record in 114 games.
They have won six out of their last ten.
5-Year Atlanta Braves Player Becomes Free Agent After Release From Current Team