The Atlanta Braves have cut ties with former All-Star Orlando Arcia in a stunning roster move. Here are the details.

The Braves showed no mercy on struggling shortstop Orlando Arcia. After reinstating Ronald Acuna Jr. from the injured list on Friday, the Braves designated Arcia for assignment to make room for the star outfielder. Arcia, 30, has been ice cold to start the 2025 season, batting just .194 with a .445 OPS through 14 games.

The Atlanta Braves optioned a pitcher after Sunday's game to create roster room for starter Spencer Strider to come off the injured list.

That’s what I think is happening. Trying to build a culture here that creates winning," said ex-Brave and current Angel Travis d'Arnaud.

Ronald Acuña Jr.'s injury, paired with Jurickson Profar's suspension, left the Atlanta Braves incredibly shorthanded in the outfield. To address the lack of dep

In a week or less, the Braves will welcome Spencer Strider back to their starting rotation. He will start Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday in Washington, manager Brian Snitker said. The Braves have not decided on the exact day.

Its Friday, May 23 and the Padres (27-21) are in Atlanta to take on the Braves (24-25). Nick Pivetta is slated to take the mound for San Diego against Chris Sale for Atlanta.

Atlanta cleared the path for Spencer Strider to return to the big leagues by optioning Bryce Elder to Triple-A.