Jesse Chavez

The Braves signed Jesse Chavez to a minor league contract with an invitation to Spring Training.

Fantasy Impact

Chavez was recently released by the White Sox after allowing 10 runs (nine earned) across seven innings in Spring Training. He returns to Atlanta where he excelled last season.

Jesse Chavez is starting the Spring Training opener for the White Sox on Friday against the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

The White Sox will be throwing a number of relievers against the Cubs. Chavez will serve as the opener against his former team.

The Chicago White Sox have signed pitcher Jesse Chavez to a minor-league deal.

Fantasy Impact

The deal comes with an invite to MLB spring training. The well-traveled 40-year-old posted an eye-popping 1.56 ERA in 36 outings with the Braves last season and has posted a 3.58 SIERA or better in each of the last three seasons.

Jesse Chavez, who has been playing catch, was throwing in the outfield at Truist Park on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Chavez remains without a clear timetable to return, but has shown progression in his recovery.

The Braves officially placed Jesse Chavez on the 15-day IL Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

This was the expectation after Chavez told the team he still felt sore Thursday morning. He will miss some time on the injured list.