The Atlanta Braves traded outfielder Stuart Fairchild to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations after designating him for assignment. Fairchild played 28 games with the Braves, posting a batting line of .216/.273/.333. He was brought in after being DFA'd by the Cincinnati Reds on March 31. Throughout his time with Atlanta, he served various roles, including pinch-runner and defensive replacement, before a short stint on the IL. Fairchild has played for five teams since debuting in 2021, and while he is an above-average base-runner, his offensive numbers have been below expectations.
The Atlanta Braves traded outfielder Stuart Fairchild to the Tampa Bay Rays for cash considerations after designating him for assignment. Fairchild had a .216 batting average in 28 games.
Adding Fairchild to their roster on March 31 was a move stemming from the Cincinnati Reds' decision to DFA him, and he played with Atlanta despite a stint on the IL.
At 29, Fairchild has played for five teams since his MLB debut in 2021. His performance with Atlanta included four doubles, a triple, and two stolen bases.
Fairchild is recognized as a better-than-average base-runner, although he has underperformed offensively over the past few seasons.
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