The Braves have claimed left-hander Wentz off waivers from the Twins, a significant move as it brings him back to the team that drafted him in 2016. In a corresponding roster adjustment, right-hander Kevin Herget was designated for assignment. Wentz had been among the Braves' top prospects but was traded to the Tigers in 2019 alongside Travis Demeritte. This move allowed Atlanta to acquire righty Shane Greene, altering their pitching strategy at that time.
The Braves have claimed left-hander off waivers from the Twins, marking a full-circle moment for Wentz, who was originally drafted by the Braves in 2016.
Kevin Herget was designated for assignment as a corresponding roster move to make room for Wentz on the Braves' roster.
Wentz ranked among Atlanta's top prospects for several years before being traded to the Tigers in a deal that brought Shane Greene to the Braves.
The left-hander was traded alongside infielder/outfielder Travis Demeritte in the 2019 trade that ultimately altered the Braves' pitching landscape.
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