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Former Detroit Tigers Pitcher Suddenly Let Go by Atlanta Braves

Sadly, the Detroit Tigers did not make the MLB playoffs after a fairly disappointing 2026 season. However, there is still no shortage of news surrounding the team, and that involves players who have played for the team this year. On…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 6:33 PM
Former Detroit Tigers Pitcher Suddenly Let Go by Atlanta Braves
Key Things to Know
  • Pitcher Ricky Vanasco was removed from the Atlanta Braves' 40-man roster on September 29.
  • Atlanta made the move to open up roster space for Rowdy Tellez and Luke Williams.
  • Vanasco joined the Braves off waivers from Detroit in late August and did not pitch in MLB for Atlanta.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Atlanta Braves have removed 27-year-old pitcher Ricky Vanasco from their 40-man roster on Tuesday, September 29. The move was made to clear roster spots for players including Rowdy Tellez and Luke Williams. Vanasco was previously claimed off waivers by Atlanta from the Detroit Tigers organization in late August but did not make a major league appearance for the Braves.

Vanasco pitched 6.1 innings across five games for the Tigers in 2026, allowing 11 earned runs. Following his move to the Braves organization, the right-hander posted a 7.88 ERA over 8.0 innings with Triple-A Gwinnett. Across his major league career, he has pitched 10 1/3 innings and surrendered 14 runs.

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