Tyler Kinley

Tyler Kinley is heading back to the Atlanta Braves on a one-year deal with a $5.5 million club option in 2027. The righthander will earn $4.25 million in 2026.

Fantasy Impact

Kinley was sensational in 24 games for the Braves after being acquired from the Rockies at last year's trade deadline. The righthander went 5-0 with a 0.72 ERA in 25 innings, allowing only 11 hits and six walks while striking out 22 during his brief tenure in Atlanta. In eight big league seasons, six in Colorado, Kinley has a 4.75 ERA in 331.1 innings. Kinley will like serve in a middle relief role in a revamped Braves' bullpen in 2026.

Tyler Kinley is a free agent after Atlanta declined his $5.5 million club option for the 2026 season on Thursday. The decision makes the veteran reliever free to negotiate with all 30 teams.

Fantasy Impact

The move was somewhat surprising given Kinley's performance after being acquired by Atlanta at the trade deadline, posting a 0.72 ERA and 0.68 WHIP with a 22:6 K:BB over 25 innings. It is possible Atlanta may attempt to re-sign Kinley at a lower rate.

Tyler Kinley pitched one scoreless inning, allowing one hit and no walks or strikeouts in Tuesday’s win over Miami.

Fantasy Impact

Kinley kept the slate clean and now owns a 4.78 ERA and 1.37 WHIP over 58 1/3 innings this season. With 61 strikeouts and five home runs allowed, he remains a middle-relief option in deeper formats that reward holds or leverage roles.

The Atlanta Braves have activated right-hander Tyler Kinley.

Fantasy Impact

Kinley was acquired by the Braves from the Rockies on Wednesday. He posted a 5.66 ERA across 49 outings in Denver.

The Braves acquired RHP Tyler Kinley from the Rockies in exchange for RHP Austin Smith.

Fantasy Impact

Kinley lands a fresh start following his recent success in the Rockies bullpen. He figures to hold a middle relief role for Atlanta.