The Braves made several roster moves Tuesday morning, including designating utilityman and fan favorite Charlie Culberson for assignment.
Culberson, 31, has only appeared in 10 games this season, going 1-for-7 with a double and two runs scored. He also recorded one out Friday, entering as a reliever with the bases loaded and retiring the Nationals’ Trea Turner.
Short on pitching, especially with ace Max Fried going on the injured list, the Braves swapped out Culberson for right-hander Jacob Webb. Webb, who had an excellent rookie season, was reinstated from the 45-day IL.
“I’ve had a bunch of conversations with Charlie in the last week or 10 days, explaining to him that we may be in a position where we have to make a move like this,” general manager Alex Anthopoulos said.