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Braves recall Alex Jackson, Place Brian McCann on the Injured List

The Atlanta Braves have made a roster move before tonight’s game against the Miami Marlins. As expected, Atlanta placed catcher Brian McCann on the 10-day injured list with a left knee sprain and recalled catcher Alex Jackson from Gwinnett.

The #Braves today recalled C Alex Jackson from Triple-A Gwinnett and placed C Brian McCann on the 10-day injured list with a left knee sprain.

— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) August 21, 2019

McCann was removed last night from the game for left knee soreness. Jackson will replace him as the backup catcher.