RP - Atlanta Braves MiLB
- Age 32
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
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- Rank
- P #511
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Joel Payamps has elected free agency.
Fantasy Impact
Payamps made 12 appearances with the Braves this season. He will enter the offseason as a free agent.
The Braves designated Joel Payamps for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
Payamps and José Suarez were both DFA'd by Atlanta. They are likely to clear waivers.
The Braves and Joel Payamps have agreed to a one-year contract for $2.25 million.
Fantasy Impact
Payamps logged a 6.84 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP in 30 games last season with the Braves and Brewers. The veteran will likely compete for a spot in the bullpen during spring training.
Atlanta outrighted reliever Joel Payamps to Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday. The 31-year-old right-hander has the ability to decline the outright assignment and elect free agency, which he is reportedly likely to do.
Fantasy Impact
Payamps struggled in 2025, posting a 6.84 ERA over 30 appearances split between Milwaukee and Atlanta. However, he is expected to draw interest from other teams based on his prior success, having posted a 2.78 ERA over 137 regular-season appearances for the Brewers from 2023-2024.
The Braves added Joel Payamps to their active roster.
Fantasy Impact
Payamps was claimed off waivers by Atlanta earlier this week. Nathan Wiles was optioned as the corresponding move.
