One day after bringing back Craig Kimbrel, perhaps the greatest closer in franchise history, the struggling Atlanta Braves have designated the veteran reliever for assignment. The club recalled left-hander Austin Cox in a corresponding move.

Kimbrel spent the 2024 season with the Orioles after signing a one-year, $13 million deal, going 7-5 with a 5.33 ERA and 23 saves as the replacement for injured closer Félix Bautista before being cut in September.

Fans in Disbelief Over Braves' Craig Kimbrel Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Atlanta Braves stirred up some excitement on Thursday when they made the move to call up former star closer Craig Kimbrel. They were hoping that the 37-year-old could come in and fix the back-end of their bullpen.