Robinson Cano

The Atlanta Braves designated Robinson Cano for assignment Monday.

Fantasy Impact

This move was made to make room for Ehire Adrianza on the roster who was acquired Monday morning by the Braves from the Nationals. Cano went on to play nine games for Atlanta.

Robinson Cano is out of the starting lineup for Friday's matchup with the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

Cano will take the night off on Friday with lefthander Patrick Corbin on the bump for Washington. The second baseman is 3-for-10 in his first three appearances with the Braves. The veteran will likely get the bulk of the playing time at second against right handers as Ozzie Albies remains out with a fractured foot.

Robinson Cano went 2-for-3 Monday, singling twice in the Braves' 4-1 loss to the Mets.

Fantasy Impact

Cano picked up hits for the first time in his last 10 games Monday, hitting .087 in that span. The veteran slugger will look to take advantage of the absence of Ozzie Albies and attempt to provide a veteran bat off the bench upon his return.

Robinson Cano is expected to be activated and join the Braves roster Monday in time for their series opener with the Mets. He is expected to split time with Arcia at second base and could start tonight with the Mets starting Max Scherzer.

Fantasy Impact

Cano struggled in limited at-bats with the Padres and Mets. However the time in Triple-A seems to have helped Cano find his swing. In 21 games with Triple-A El Paso, he slashed .333/.375/.479 with three home runs and 20 RBIs. With the Braves in need of a left-handed bat, Cano should get every opportunity to make an impact with Atlanta until Ozzie Albies returns.

Robinson Cano was acquired from the Padres in a minor league deal for cash considerations.

Fantasy Impact

Cano is expected to be added to the major league roster as early as tomorrow according to Jon Heyman. The Braves are in need of left handed hitters on their roster. Cano hit .149 with one home run and four RBIs in 74 at-bats with the Padres and Mets before going to Triple-A. He seems to have found his swing again and could be an intriguing option on waiver wires if he sees enough playing time.