The Atlanta Braves have made a significant roster move by calling up Craig Kimbrel, the franchise's all-time saves leader, from the minors following a catastrophic ninth-inning loss. This decision comes on the heels of the Braves' historic collapse against the Arizona Diamondbacks, where they squandered a 10-4 lead. To accommodate Kimbrel, left-hander Dylan Dodd has also been recalled, while Daysbel Hernández has been placed on the injured list due to forearm inflammation.

This marks Kimbrel's return to the Braves after nearly a decade, as he last played for them in 2014 before being traded to San Diego. Having spent time with multiple teams since, Kimbrel had a tumultuous 2024 season with the Orioles but showed promise in the minors, boasting a 3.00 ERA and two saves across 18 innings. His expertise will be pivotal as the Braves aim to stabilize their bullpen amid recent struggles.