The Braves re-signed veteran right-handers Jesse Chavez and Zach Thompson after they elected free agency. Read more at MLB ...

Former Marlins and Pirates righty Zach Thompson elected free agency after the Braves passed him through waivers. Read more at ...

Right-hander Zach Thompson has rejected an outright assignment to Triple-A Gwinnett in favor of free agency, per David ...

The Athletic's David O'Brien reported Wednesday that the Atlanta Braves have made a final move with a relief pitcher.

Thompson elected to become a free agent Wednesday, David O'Brien of The Athletic reports. The righty cleared waivers after being removed from Atlanta's 40-man roster but has decided to look for a gig ...

Atlanta signed Thompson to a minor-league deal Thursday, Lindsay Crosby of AthlonSports.com reports. Thompson elected free agency Wednesday after clearing waivers upon being designated from assignment ...

Atlanta optioned Thompson to Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday. Thompson retired all seven batters he faced during a relief appearance Tuesday, but he will clear out to make room on the roster for ...