The Braves have selected the contract of right-hander Elieser Hernández, adding him to the active mix as the club adjusts its pitching staff. According to the team announcement, Atlanta did not need a corresponding move on the 40-man roster because an opening was already available.
The transaction comes with Murphy being sent to Triple-A after throwing 49 pitches the previous day. That detail suggests the Braves are managing workload while reshaping their available arms at the major league level.
Hernández now gives Atlanta another option on the mound as the team looks to maintain coverage and flexibility. With no 40-man roster shuffle required, the move appears to be a straightforward way for the Braves to add pitching depth while giving Murphy time to reset in the minors.
