Braves Acquire OF J.P. Martínez From Rangers For RHP Tyler Owens – News18

ATLANTA: The Atlanta Braves added outfield depth on Friday by buying J.P. Martínez from the Texas Rangers for proper-hander Tyler Owens.

The 27-yr-previous Martínez made his main league debut for the World Series champion Rangers final season. In 17 video games and 44 plate appearances, the left-handed batter hit .225 with one homer and 4 RBIs.

The Cuban native spent most of 2023 within the minors, batting .297 with 14 homers, 60 RBIs and 41 stolen bases throughout three leagues. He offers the Braves one other a lot-wanted place participant on their 40-man roster and is predicted to compete for a bench job in spring coaching.

The 23-yr-previous Owens has spent 4 seasons in Atlanta’s minor league system, reaching Double-A Mississippi final season. He has a file of 5-15 with a 4.37 over 77 skilled appearances.

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