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The Altanta Braves are in agreement with RHP Jesse Chavez on a minor league contract. He is in the mix for the last spot on the Opening Day roster for the Braves, with the final spot apparently between Chavez and AJ Smith-Shawver. If Chavez makes the roster, it will be the fifth consecutive season that he has pitched for the Braves. Chavez was drafted by the Cubs in the 39th round of the 2001 draft, but did not sign, then was drafted by the Rangers in the 42nd round of the 2002 draft. He reached the majors with the Pirates in 2008 and has subsequently pitched for nine clubs across 17 big league seasons.


Chavez played an important role for the Braves in their World Series run, putting up 2.14 ERA in 33 2/3 innings in 2021. He pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings during the 2021 postseason.


Chavez had signed a minor league deal with Texas earlier this offseason but was released last Friday and promptly signed with the Braves.


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