Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher acquired by the Atlanta Braves
Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Joel Payamps was acquired by the Atlanta Braves yesterday night, only a few days after being DFA'd by the Milwaukee Brewers.
The Brewers announced a couple days ago that they decided to designate Payamps for assignment after struggling in the majors this season.
Braves claim former Blue Jays pitcher Joel Payamps
The Braves are currently nowhere near a playoff spot but it looks like they still plan on finishing the season strong as they added Payamps and Charlie Morton to their roster yesterday.
Atlanta Braves bolster bullpen by claiming Joel Payamps off waivers from Brewers ahead of crucial homestand
Braves Enhance Bullpen Depth with Joel Payamps Claim The Atlanta Braves are not resting on their laurels as they gear up for their final homestan
Braves Enhance Bullpen Depth with Joel Payamps Claim The Atlanta Braves are not resting on their laurels as they gear up for their final homestan
To make room for Payamps, the Braves announced that they DFA'd right handed pitcher Connor Seabold.
(ATL): Claimed RHP Joel Payamps off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers, DFA'd RHP Connor Seabold
Payamps has had a tough season in 2025 with the Brewers but prior to that had three consecutives seasons with an ERA below 3.00 which is why he is worth taking the risk on.
Joel Payamps is a year removed from 3 consecutive seasons of being one of the most underrated relievers in baseball. He still has a year of club control left. He's probably going to make about $3 million next year. Claim and stash him
At this point, Payamps will be playing to prove he can still be a difference maker for a bullpen in the MLB.
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SEPTEMBRE 23|464 ANSWERS Former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher acquired by the Atlanta Braves Should the Blue Jays have claimed Joel Payamps? | ||
| Yes | 120 | 25.9 % |
| No | 344 | 74.1 % |
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