On Saturday night, the Braves acquired utilityman Cavan Biggio from the Giants for monetary considerations, bolstering their injured roster.
Biggio, 29, was on a minor-league contract, so he may be transferred after the deadline. He is ineligible for the Braves’ postseason roster if they qualify.
The Braves signed Biggio, a six-year veteran and the son of Hall of Famer Craig Biggio, to provide depth to the franchise. Whit Merrifield suffered a slight fracture in his left foot, and while he expects to play as soon as next weekend, he may be unable to push through the agony.
Second baseman Ozzie Albies isn’t expected back until later this month, and third baseman Austin Riley is unlikely to return until the team makes the playoffs. In Merrifield’s absence, the Braves have started Luke Williams, with outfielders Eli White and, in a pinch, Ramon Laureano serving as potential second-base possibilities.
The Braves’ alternatives in the infield are limited, so signing Biggio provides insurance. The Braves are his fourth club this season, following the Blue Jays, with whom he played from 2019 to 44 games in 2024, the Dodgers, and the Giants.
The Dodgers released Biggio after he hit .192 with a .635 OPS over 30 games. That was a tick worse than his results with Toronto, where he hit .200 with a .614 OPS.
Overall, Biggio has slashed .225/.341/.379 in his career. He’s played first base, second, third, shortstop, left field and right field. He’s spent the majority of time at second.