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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 11
Braves’ handling of Craig Kimbrel was not received well in the organization
The Braves haven’t been the Braves we’ve come to love over the last 18 months or so. Whether it’s a rigid clubhouse, firing coaches, or underperforming stars, this doesn’t feel like the world class organization that Braves Country has come to expect, and one of the latest examples of such was Atlanta’s handling of Craig Kimbrel.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10
Craig Kimbrel quickly lands with new team
Craig Kimbrel has officially landed with his ninth different MLB team. The veteran reliever Kimbrel has agreed to a deal with the Texas Rangers, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Tuesday.
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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 10
Craig Kimbrel finds a new home
On Saturday, the Atlanta Braves made the shocking decision to designate Craig Kimbrel for assignment after he appeared in just one game for the team in which he tossed a scoreless inning.
MLB News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 10
World Series Champion Reliever Inks Minor League Deal with Texas Rangers
After being cut loose by the Atlanta Braves over the weekend, World Series champion Craig Kimbrel has signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 11
Craig Kimbrel lands with new team after puzzling Braves stint
Craig Kimbrel was not given much of an opportunity to prove himself with the Atlanta Braves this season, but the veteran relief pitcher has landed with a new team.
Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Craig Kimbrel Quietly Makes Career Decision After Braves News
Craig Kimbrel doesn't think he's done quite yet. The Atlanta Braves relief pitcher is now the former Atlanta Braves relief pitcher after he elected to become a free agent on Monday.
Could Cardinals Land Suddenly Available 9-Time All-Star Land?
The St. Louis Cardinals could use another arm for the bullpen and it just so happens that a former superstar is available. Nine-time All-Star Craig Kimbrel worked his way back up to the big leagues with the Atlanta Braves this past week but the club designated him for assignment after just one outing.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 9
Former Braves All-Star Closer Elects Free Agency
Craig Kimbrel has elected free agency after the Atlanta Braves outrighted him to Triple-A. The brief reunion is officially over. Kimbrel was designated for assignment on Saturday following his lone appearance back in a Braves uniform.
MLB News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / June 9
Brewers Should Take Chance On Reliever Disprespectfully Released By Braves
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to host the Atlanta Braves for a three-game series beginning Monday night, and should look to steal a hurler that was recently designated for assignment by the team.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 8
Braves’ handling of Craig Kimbrel was baffling
The Atlanta Braves’ handling of Craig Kimbrel was completely baffling. The Braves in March signed Kimbrel to a minor-league deal. He pitched in three games for Double-A Columbus and was nearly flawless with no hits and only one walk allowed over 3.1 innings.
Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 8
Braves Activate Recently Acquired Reliever, Option Lefty
The merry-go-round known as the Atlanta Braves bullpen takes another ride around. The team announced on Sunday that right-hander José Ruiz reported to the big league club.
Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 8
José Ruiz joins Braves active roster, Austin Cox optioned 
The right-hander will be available for Sunday’s contest. The Atlanta Braves have added right-handed reliever José Ruiz to their 26-man roster and optioned fellow reliever Austin Cox to Triple-A.
Atlanta Braves News / Last Word On Sports / June 7
Craig Kimbrel Designated for Assignment by Braves After Just One Appearance
Craig Kimbrel’s return to the Atlanta Braves didn’t last long. After throwing one scoreless inning for the club in Friday’s extra-innings loss to the San Francisco Giants, Atlanta designated the righty for assignment on Saturday.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / June 7
Braves designate reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment
The Atlanta Braves designated nine-time All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel for assignment on Saturday. Kimbrel, 37, made his season debut Friday night and allowed one hit in a scoreless seventh inning in Atlanta's 5-4, 10-inning loss at San Francisco.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / June 7
Braves shockingly DFA Craig Kimbrel after just one appearance
The Craig Kimbrel return to the Atlanta Braves didn’t last very long. After joining the club yesterday and tossing a scoreless 1-2-3 inning in his first appearance of the season, the club announced they have designated the 37-year-old right-hander for assignment, recalling left-handed pitcher Austin Cox to take his place.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7
Braves designate former All-Star for assignment
His return to the Braves lasted just one day.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 7
Craig Kimbrel shines in Braves debut
The Atlanta Braves suffered an epic collapse against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday. After blowing a six-run lead in the ninth inning, the Braves decided to make some changes to the bullpen, including calling up Craig Kimbrel.
Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / June 6
One day after bullpen meltdown, Braves recall RHP Craig Kimbrel
Former Atlanta Braves closer Craig Kimbrel is set to rejoin the club where it all began after the nine-time All-Star was recalled to the Atlanta Braves from Triple-A Gwinnett.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / June 5
Braves call up former All-Star after blowing game
The Atlanta Braves suffered a brutal defeat on Thursday and responded by turning to a 37-year-old former All-Star.
MLB News / SportsTalkATL / June 5
Craig Kimbrel is back with the Braves
Not even an hour after blowing a six-run ninth inning lead, the Atlanta Braves are officially calling up nine-time All-Star reliever Craig Kimbrel, per Ken Rosenthal.
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