Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker was reportedly impressed with how two pitchers looked during sessions during the off day

The Atlanta Braves opened March with a late spring signing, adding veteran closer Héctor Neris on a minor-league contract. Neris, who turns 36 in June, will report to Braves camp Monday. He split last season between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros, finishing 10-4 with a 4.10 ERA and 18 saves.

The Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves were recently listed among the potential suitors in a trade for Sandy Alcantara.

With Kyle Tucker added to the lineup, the Cubs look stronger offensively entering the 2025 season than they were in their 83-win 2024 campaign. But with all deference to new additions Matthew Boyd and Ryan Pressly, the pitching staff didn't get much of a facelift.

After being drafted to the Chicago Cubs in 2024, Harris County’s Cole Mathis is spending spring training in Arizona. It is both a first and a dream come true for

They've got the reigning Cy Young Award winner in Chris Sale. Reynaldo López was an All-Star last season, while Spencer Schwellenbach was a revelation in the second half as a rookie. And Spencer Strider, who led all of baseball in strikeouts in 2023, should hopefully be back early in the season.

The Braves bolster their bullpen with veteran closer on a minor-league deal, adding depth as they prepare for the 2024 season.

The Atlanta Braves signed right-hander Héctor Neris to a minor-league contract, according to David O'Brien of The Athletic.Neris recorded a 4.10 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 18 saves, and 64 strikeouts over a combined 59 1/3 innings between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros in 2024.

The Atlanta Braves continue to shop around for bullpen help as they just signed Hector Neris to deal down at spring training.

The Braves have signed right-hander Hector Neris to a minor league deal with a non-roster invitation to big league Spring