Jesse Chavez is gone.
The Atlanta Braves made this move three times this season.
And again, Jesse Chavez wasn't having it.
The Braves and the 41-year old right-handed pitcher are locked in a weird cycle.
Three times this season, they have signed Chavez to a minor-league deal. Each time, the fan favorite has eventually been selected to the major league roster. And then after a short time in MLB, Chavez gets designated for assignment.
Each time, Chavez has then elected free agency.
It seems like the righty may be seeking a better offer, one that will keep him in the big leagues.
But each time, he signs back with the Braves.
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It may happen again, although his future has yet to be locked in.
Chavez has allowed eight runs in eight innings at the MLB level this season. At Triple-A in 30.2 innings, Chavez has a 2.05 ERA this season.
It's been 18 seasons in MLB for Chavez, with stops with Atlanta, Oakland, Texas, Pittsburgh, the Angels, the Cubs, Toronto, Kansas City and the Dodgers.
Is Chavez coming back to Atlanta once more? It sure seems like it. But maybe he decides he wants a fresh start this time.
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