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Braves Lose 31-Year-Old Journeyman Catcher to Dodgers in Free Agency

Braves Lose 31-Year-Old Journeyman Catcher to Dodgers in Free Agency

Summary

Chuckie Robinson, a 31-year-old catcher, joined the Los Angeles Dodgers on a minor-league contract after being part of the Atlanta Braves' roster changes. Robinson has experience playing for multiple major and minor league teams but did not play in a game for the Braves. The move comes as he looks for a role in a team that may need backup catchers.

Key Facts

  • Chuckie Robinson is a 31-year-old catcher.
  • He joined the Los Angeles Dodgers on a minor-league contract.
  • Robinson previously joined the Atlanta Braves on September 21.
  • He has played for the Dodgers, Chicago White Sox, and Cincinnati Reds in major league games.
  • His major league batting average is .131 over 52 games.
  • In the minor leagues, he holds a .719 OPS and has hit 69 home runs over nine seasons.
  • Robinson was waived by the Braves and chose to become a minor-league free agent.

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