Braves Select Jhancarlos Lara, DFA Jonathan Ornelas for Roster Move

The Atlanta Braves have made several roster moves, notably selecting right-handed pitcher Jhancarlos Lara's contract from Triple-A Gwinnett and designating infielder Jonathan Ornelas for assignment to clear space on the 40-man roster. Lara, a hard-throwing prospect with a fastball rated above average and a plus slider, has struggled with command issues, reflected in his 7.73 ERA and high walk rate in the minors this season, but the Braves are hopeful his velocity and strikeout ability will translate to the major leagues. To accommodate Lara's addition, right-hander Dane Dunning was optioned to Triple-A after a mixed season with the Braves. Meanwhile, the Braves also claimed utility infielder Brett Wisely off waivers from the San Francisco Giants, though he was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett and faces competition for a major league roster spot due to limited minor league options remaining. These moves underscore the Braves' ongoing efforts to refine their roster and explore the potential of younger players as they prepare for the upcoming season.