James Karinchak

The Braves have optioned right-hander James Karinchak to Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Karinchak was brought up from the minors on Saturday but did not see game action. He hasn't pitched for the Braves since July 9 despite owning a 1.86 ERA, albeit alongside a 5.36 xFIP and a disappointing 21.6% K%, across nine outings for the Braves this season.

The Braves recalled James Karinchak from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Karinchak has recorded a 1.86 ERA over nine appearances. He should return to a middle-relief role.

The Braves have recalled right-hander James Karinchak from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Fantasy Impact

Karinchak has posted a 2.08 ERA in eight appearances for the Braves this season, but his lacluster 9.1% K-BB% has created a 5.51 xFIP and a 4.97 SIERA. He has also posted a 2.45 ERA in 21 outings for Gwinnett, locking down five saves in the process.

James Karinchak was optioned back to Triple-A Gwinnett ahead of Friday's game against the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Karinchak has given up a run in each of his last two appearances, including Thursday's outing. However, the 30-year-old righty has pitched well since originally being called up a few weeks ago, posting a 2.08 ERA and 0.92 WHIP over eight appearances. It would not be surprising to see him back in the Braves' bullpen relatively soon.

James Karinchak was called up from Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

It's been a long road back to the bigs for Karinchak, as his last MLB appearance came with Cleveland back in 2023. The 30-year-old righty signed with the Braves this past December, and he has been excellent at the Triple-A level so far this year. Over 21 relief appearances for Triple-A Gwinnett, Karinchak has posted a 2.45 ERA with 38 strikeouts across 25 2/3 innings. Carlos Carrasco was designated for assignment in order to make room for Karinchak in the Braves' bullpen.