The Atlanta Braves announced Friday afternoon that they have signed reliever Tyler Matzek to a two-year deal worth $3.1 million. The deal also includes a $5.5 million club option with no buyout. Matzek underwent Tommy John surgery at the end of the regular season and will miss all of the 2023 season.
Matzek was a postseason hero for the Braves in 2021, but struggled to regain that form in 2022. He appeared in 42 games and posted a 3.50 ERA in 43 2/3 innings. However, his 4.49 FIP and 5.59 xFIP tell a different story.