Jake Lamb signing is official, per report

Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty ImagesOn Saturday we told you about the imminent signing of Jake Lamb by the Braves. The Braves had physicals yesterday. We now have a report that it is official.

Jake Lamb is signed for one million for 2021, per Jon Heyman. It is a major league contract per Joel Sherman. There is no confirmation from the Braves at this point.

Lamb will likely backup Austin Riley at third base and pinch hit as needed. Lamb had a 104 wRC+ and 6.4 WAR through 2017, but since injuries have led to a line of .193/.283/.352 with a 78 RC+ and 0.1 WAR since. If Lamb can regain his 2017 form, the Braves have a Comeback Player of the Year candidate. The one million dollars is a small…