The Atlanta Braves made several roster moves ahead of the second game of their three-game set vs. the Cleveland Guardians, reshaping both their lineup and overall depth. The organization emphasized roster flexibility by promoting Luke Williams while adjusting roles involving Michael Harris II.
Williams earned a call to the major league roster, adding versatility across multiple positions as the Braves prepare for Saturday’s game at Truist Park.
At the same time, the club placed Harris II on the paternity list. His absence creates a temporary gap in center field and removes a productive bat from the lineup.
The Braves also made additional pitching adjustments. The club transferred Danny Young to the 60-day injured list, signaling a longer recovery timeline, while reinstating Daysbel Hernández before optioning him to Triple-A Gwinnett.
The team confirmed the full set of moves on X, formerly Twitter, presenting the finalized roster moves before Saturday’s game.
“The #Braves today selected INF Luke Williams to the major league roster and placed OF Michael Harris II on the paternity list. To make room on the 40-man roster, Atlanta transferred LHP Danny Young to the 60-day injured list. The club today also reinstated RHP Daysbel Hernández from the injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett.”
These moves reflect a clear focus on flexibility. Williams provides immediate defensive coverage, while Harris’ absence is expected to be short-term as he attends the birth of a child.
The matchup with the Guardians carries added intrigue with these adjustments. Changes to both the lineup and bullpen depth could influence in-game strategy as the Braves look to secure the series after an 11–5 Game 1 win Friday night.
Atlanta continues to balance short-term needs with long-term planning. By making multiple roster decisions in a single day, the Braves have positioned themselves to stay competitive while managing player availability early in the season.
The Atlanta Braves made several roster moves ahead of the second game of their three-game set vs. the Cleveland Guardians, reshaping both their lineup and overall depth. The organization emphasized roster flexibility by promoting Luke Williams while adjusting roles involving Michael Harris II.