Braves Remove Jarred Kelenic Among Five From 40-Man Roster

The Atlanta Braves have removed outfielder Jarred Kelenic and four other players from their 40-man roster, outrighting them to Triple-A Gwinnett as part of their roster adjustments for the 2026 season. Kelenic, once a highly touted prospect drafted in the first round by the New York Mets and later traded to the Mariners, struggled with consistency and performance, hitting a career-low .167 with a .531 OPS in the majors during the 2025 season and posting similarly poor numbers in Triple-A. His tenure with the Braves showed initial promise, including a 15-home run season in 2024, but continued regression led to the team's decision to clear space for other outfielders such as Eli White and Jake Fraley. Other players outrighted include right-handers Dane Dunning and Alexis Diaz, catcher Sandy Leon, and utility player Luke Williams, all of whom failed to secure a spot on the Braves' major league roster. Kelenic elected free agency following the move, signaling an uncertain future after his struggles to establish himself in the majors. The Braves' offseason roster moves underscore a shift away from investing in Kelenic and a commitment to restructuring their roster for future competitiveness.