The Braves signed infielder Matthew Batten to a minor league contract, assigning him to Triple-A Gwinnett, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Batten, 29, brings some depth to the infield after logging 59 games with the Padres over three years, posting a .239/.337/.345 line with two homers and two steals in 164 plate appearances. Fantasy managers can skip him—his light bat and Triple-A landing keep him off the draft radar unless injuries spark a call-up.

Matthew Batten cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A El Paso.

Fantasy Impact

Batten was not claimed after he was designated for assignment. He will remain in the Padres organization.

The Padres designated Matthew Batten for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Batten gets DFA'd to make room for Yu Darvish on the active roster. He'll remain in the Padres organization if he goes unclaimed on waivers.

The Padres have recalled Matthew Batten from Triple-A El Paso.

Fantasy Impact

Batten will join the team to provide infield depth off the bench. Tyler Wade will likely see the bulk of the starts at shortstop with Ha-seong Kim on the injured list.

The Padres optioned Matthew Batten to Triple-A El Paso.

Fantasy Impact

Batten will head back to Triple-A with Manny Machado activated from the injured list.