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Braves rumors: Charlie Culberson chooses free agency

The Braves did Charlie Culberson a bit dirty on Father’s Day when they designated him for assignment just before his father was scheduled to throw out the first pitch. That’s just a reminder that baseball is a business. Atlanta needed to make room after Sean Murphy went down injured and Culberson had to go in favor of Chadwick Tromp.

Unfortunately, the fan favorite infielder isn’t just taking a trip to the minors. He’s now a free agent.

After Culberson cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett, he elected gree agency instead, per Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Culberson didn’t appear for Atlanta in this latest stint with the team. He last played for the team in 2020, when he check in to nine games.

Braves fans are sure to bid a fond farewell to the 34-year-old. No one can blame him for seeking opportunities elsewhere in the league. We’ll see if he can land a minor league contract with a team who has room to play him.