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Ex-Yankee Goes From Trolling NYY to Being DFA'd

It seems “IN DUE TIME,” has become “TO DO TIME,” as in it is time for Alex Verdugo to find something else to do.

According to Ken Rosenthal on X,com, Vergudo has been designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves. The move makes room on the Braves roster for the return of Jurickson Profar, who had been serving a suspension for PED use.

In 56 games for Atlanta, he hit .239 with zero home runs and an OPS of .585.

Atlanta Braves left fielder Alex Verdugo takes a lead from first base against the Minnesota Twins on April 19, 2025 in Atlanta.Brett Davis/Imagn Images
Atlanta Braves left fielder Alex Verdugo takes a lead from first base against the Minnesota Twins on April 19, 2025 in Atlanta.