Summary
The Atlanta Braves have signed veteran catcher Sandy León to a new minor league contract one day after he became a free agent. León, who has 13 years of experience in Major League Baseball, previously played for the Braves' Triple-A team, the Gwinnett Stripers, and is considered a depth option behind catchers Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin.
Key Facts
- Sandy León signed a new minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves after entering free agency.
- León has 13 years of Major League Baseball experience.
- He played five games for the Braves this season and 55 games for their Triple-A team.
- León was part of the Washington Nationals team that won the World Series in 2019.
- In addition to the Braves, León has played for several other MLB teams, including the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Guardians.
- The Braves have Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin as their main catchers, with Baldwin expected to compete for National League Rookie of the Year.
- León provides depth for the Braves in case of injuries to their main catchers.
