"Jesus was acquired via a trade from the Houston Astros for cash considerations on August 7th. There were not any expectations for Jesus, given the fact that he was acquired during the season! He was acquired for depth in the organization due to multiple injuries in the organization at the middle infield positions and at 26 with flashes at the plate, the Braves acquired him to provide that stability."
"Upon joining the organization, Jesus was huge - hitting a robust .367/.404/.633, and with the struggles with injury and production in Atlanta, immediately became a name that fans were often talking about potentially finding some time in Atlanta. Unfortunately that did not come for Jesus, and he did cool down some, hitting .136/.224/.159 in his next 12 games. He would regain his form again in the seasons final 13 games, where he hit .261/.404/.348"
"Overall, it was a strong season or Jesus. While he still hasn't had that major league chance, he had a solid .813 OPS in 95 games with the Astros organization, and a .737 OPS for the Braves in the seasons final 37 games. He showcased good power to all parts of the field, often driving the ball to both gaps and connecting on 16 homers on the season."
Jesus was acquired from the Houston Astros on August 7 for cash considerations to provide middle-infield depth amid injuries. In 95 games with the Astros' Triple-A team he hit .263/.353/.460 with a 112 wRC+ in the Pacific Coast League. Upon joining the Braves organization he hit .367/.404/.633 initially, then slumped to .136/.224/.159 over 12 games before finishing 13 games at .261/.404/.348. He made 37 starts for the Stripers, hitting .259/.348/.388. He displayed power (16 homers), positional versatility at second and short, and intermittent on-base ability, but experienced prolonged cold stretches.
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