The Braves have designated Alex Verdugo for assignment, clearing a spot for Jurickson Profar's return. Verdugo struggled significantly after a promising start, batting just .203/.257/.225 with a -0.9 WAR. His performance ranked him among the lowest in baseball, with the worst offensive metrics since May 5th. Verdugo's defensive and baserunning skills also failed to impress, prompting the move to release him and give Profar another chance to contribute to the team.
After recording a two-hit game on May 5th, Verdugo has batted .203/.257/.225 with an impossible 37 wRC+. He has three extra base hits over his last 148 plate appearances.
Verdugo has been arguably the worst player in the sport, and other than not being able to hit, he doesn't field or run the bases well.
On the whole, Verdugo has a -0.9 WAR, ranking him as arguably the worst non-Rockies player in the game. His -1.2 WAR since May 5th is the worst in baseball.
Jurickson Profar won't save the season, but at least we won't have to watch Verdugo in left field for another day.
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