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Braves Lose Veteran Pitcher Following Playoff Disappointment

The Atlanta Braves lost right-hander Joel Payamps to free agency on Tuesday, just days after the Los Angeles Dodgers eliminated them from the National League Division Series.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 5:04 AM
Braves Lose Veteran Pitcher Following Playoff Disappointment
Key Things to Know
  • Atlanta Braves right-handed pitcher Joel Payamps elected free agency following the team's postseason exit.
  • Payamps posted an 8.22 ERA across 12 major league appearances for Atlanta during the 2026 campaign.
  • The 32-year-old spent most of the season in Triple-A Gwinnett after being designated for assignment in May.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Atlanta Braves right-handed reliever Joel Payamps elected free agency on Tuesday following the team's elimination from the National League Division Series. The 32-year-old veteran struggled in his limited major league appearances for Atlanta this season, compiling an 8.22 ERA across 7 2/3 innings before being designated for assignment in May.

Payamps spent the majority of the season with Triple-A Gwinnett, recording a 3.89 ERA over 34 outings. His departure marks the beginning of an offseason bullpen rebuild for manager Walt Weiss and the Braves following their four-game playoff series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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