Jake Diekman

Jake Diekman announced his retirement from professional baseball on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Diekman was most recently released by the Braves during spring training. He totaled 19 career saves while playing for nine different teams in his career.

The Braves re-assigned LHP Jake Diekman to minor league camp.

Fantasy Impact

Diekman was one of four players re-assigned on Sunday as teams continue roster cuts with the season less than two weeks away. Atlanta has 39 players in camp.

The Braves signed Jake Diekman to a minor league contract.

Fantasy Impact

The deal includes an invite to spring training. After struggling with the Mets last season, Diekman will have to earn his spot in the bullpen for Atlanta over the next month.

The Mets have designated Jake Diekman for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Diekman will be cast off the 40-man roster in favor of Matt Gage, who will be promoted from Triple-A Syracuse. He will hit the waiver wire after posting a 5.63 ERA and a 1.47 WHIP in 43 games this season.

Jake Diekman recorded the final out on Sunday to earn the save against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

With Edwin Diaz ejected from the game before he threw a pitch, Drew Smith recorded the first two outs of the ninth inning before Diekman closed it out to secure his third save on the season.