Just days after being designated for assignment and released by the Mets, veteran infielder Joey Wendle has signed a major league deal with the Atlanta Braves. Wendle initially joined the Mets this offseason, expected to provide speed, defensive versatility, and a reliable veteran presence off the bench.
However, the 34-year-old struggled significantly, making numerous physical and mental errors in the season’s early weeks. With the Mets seeking an offensive boost, they decided to part ways with Wendle and promoted slugging prospect Mark Vientos, who has since secured the third base position.
Wendle entered the open market earlier this week and has now returned to the NL East, joining the second-place Braves. He becomes the third depth infielder to move from the Mets to a division rival this season, following Luis Guillorme and Zack Short.
