The Atlanta Braves have selected Luke Williams to join the team, sending Forrest Wall to Triple-A Gwinnett. Williams, with MLB outfield and infield experience, has shown good performance in Triple-A this season with 3 doubles, 3 HRs, and 5 steals in 6 attempts. The decision to bring up Williams was influenced by his versatility to play all infield positions and outfield, providing depth for the team's upcoming games.
Ehire Adrianza is hitting .342/.438/.553 with a 147 wRC+ in AAA. Do I think that's indicative of his talent? Absolutely not. But I'll take him + his competent defense at 2B, while Rengifo rides the pine until Drury is fully healthy. And you DFA Adell to make room.
Snitker said Luke Williams' versatility -- can play all INF and has plenty of OF experience -- was main reason they brought him up, in case they need to use both Guillorme and Fletcher in a game like Wednesday at Houston. Also, Forrest Wall can go get consistent ABs at Triple A.
Williams has MLB experience in the outfield and every INF position. In Triple A this season, has 3 doubles, 3 HRs, 5 steals in 6 attempts, .805 OPS in 62 PAs. https://t.co/6NrlYMAgdZ
Braves Select Luke Williams https://t.co/YZcGTyT9ck https://t.co/sIatCpnDOI
The #Braves today selected INF Luke Williams to Atlanta and optioned OF Forrest Wall to Triple-A Gwinnett.