2 weeks agoThe Atlanta Braves announced on Monday that they selected the contract of right-handed reliever
Jesse Chavez from Triple-A Gwinnett to the major-league roster and designated right-handed reliever
Hector Neris for assignment in a corresponding move. The 41-year-old Chavez will give the Braves a new bullpen arm after Neris had a disastrous two relief outings in San Diego over the weekend by allowing five earned runs on five hits (one homer) while walking one and striking out one in just one inning of work. This will be Chavez's fourth different stint with the organization. In 46 appearances out of the Braves' bullpen last year, Chavez was solid with a 3.13 ERA (4.43 FIP) and 1.25 WHIP with 55 strikeouts and 19 walks in 63 1/3 innings pitched. In a likely middle-relief role, Chavez will have very little fantasy appeal.
--Keith Hernandez - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Braves
3 weeks agoThe Atlanta Braves signed relief pitcher
Jesse Chavez to a minor-league deal on Sunday. The veteran is going to pitch in Sunday's game versus the Orioles with a chance to make the Opening Day roster according to manager Brian Snitker. Despite his advancing age, the 41-year-old has been a solid reliever the last handful of seasons, posting a 2.91 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, and a 17.0 percent K-BB% from 2021-24 (201 IP). Last season, though, the righty recorded a K/9 of 7.82, his lowest since 2017 (excluding 2020). If the 2021 World Series champion can make the team, for fantasy he'd likely only be worth a look in deep NL-only leagues.
--Jarod Rupp - RotoBallerSource: David O'Brien
3 months agoAccording to the team, the Texas Rangers have signed right-handed pitcher
Jesse Chavez to a minor-league deal that includes an invite to spring training. The 41-year-old spent the entire 2024 campaign with the Atlanta Braves and posted a solid 3.13 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP across 63 1/3 innings of relief. He struck out 55 batters and showed strong command with a 7.2% walk rate. He was able to limit hard contact at an above-average 35.4% hard-hit rate and 6.3% barrel rate, which is a promising sign for his stock heading into 2025. However, he generated whiffs at a poor 17.0% rate, which placed him in the second percentile among qualified pitchers. In 2023, Chavez posted an impressive 1.56 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP across 34 2/3 innings of work. Chavez will compete for a spot on the Opening Day roster during spring training.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Texas Rangers
1 year agoThe Atlanta Braves have signed pitcher
Jesse Chavez to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training. The 40-year-old journeyman spent last season in Atlanta, but was recently cut by the Chicago White Sox after a tough time in the Cactus League this spring. Despite his rough numbers with the White Sox this spring, he had a great season in 2023 with a 1.56 ERA and should have an opportunity to earn a bullpen spot with the Braves. Even with his impressive numbers in 2023, he doesn't provide much in the fantasy world and can be left on the waiver wire for now.
--Daniel Burdeen - RotoBallerSource: Atlanta Braves
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