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The 2021 All-Star didn’t see action with Atlanta during his time on the Braves active roster. A fun little quirk almost every year: Players who suited up for the Atlanta Braves but never actually played for the Atlanta Braves.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 30

Veteran Braves infielder elects for free agency

Veteran MLB infielder Joey Wendle has opted for free agency rather than accept an outright assignment to the minors.

Insider: Three OF trade targets for Braves following Ronald Acuna Jr. injury

Is Max Fried pricing himself out of Atlanta?

Another veteran MLB umpire has reportedly retired

Which MLB players have the most career games played?

The 'Atlanta Braves retired numbers' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 30

Braves Place A.J. Minter On Injured List, Outright Joey Wendle

The Braves announced Thursday morning that they’ve placed left-hander A.J. Minter on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his left hip. Right-hander Jimmy Herget has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett to take Minter’s spot on the roster.

Jacob deGrom News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 27

Braves designate infielder for assignment days after signing

He was just signed three days ago to serve as a depth infielder for the club.

Braves reinstate C Sean Murphy from injured list

Three hitters Braves should target after losing Ronald Acuna Jr.

Braves superstar will miss remainder of 2024 season with torn ACL

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss

The 'Atlanta Braves retired numbers' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 19 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 25

Atlanta adds Joey Wendle, options Darius Vines, and more

Atlanta Braves news and notes from Friday. The Atlanta Braves announced several roster moves ahead of Friday night’s contest in Pittsburgh. The most anticipated was the recall of Ray Kerr, who was appointed to start the series opener.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 24

Braves take swing on one-time All-Star IF

He brings defensive versatility in the infield and has historically been strong against right-handed pitching.

Braves place RHP AJ Smith-Shawver (oblique) on IL

Top Braves prospect to make his 2024 debut

Are Astros due for a fall? Four MLB starts to buy or sell

The best MLB switch-hitters of all time

The '2023 MLB stolen base leaders' quiz

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / May 24

Braves Sign Another Former Mets Utility Infielder

The Atlanta Braves want to be the New York Mets so bad. The team seemingly can’t stop picking up infielders that the Mets get rid of. The latest instance is Joey Wendle, whom the Braves signed to a major league contract on Friday.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 24

Braves add infield depth, sign veteran utility player

In corresponding moves, infielder Luke Williams was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett, while right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left oblique.

Max Fried looks better than ever, and it will cost the Braves

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss

The 'Atlanta Braves retired numbers' quiz

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 20

Mets activate Megill, option Hartwig, release Wendle, trade Ramírez

The Mets made some roster moves ahead of their series opener in Cleveland tonight. The Mets made a few roster moves today ahead of their series opener

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20

Mets release veteran infielder

The 34-year-old signed a one-year, $2M deal with the Mets in free agency.

Mets' Edwin Diaz addresses status after latest meltdown

Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss

The 'New York Mets managers' quiz

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / May 14

Mets to call up Vientos and Lucchesi, DFA Wendle and Ramírez

The Mets have made some roster moves. Following an uninspiring loss to the Phillies earlier today, the Mets are set to call up infielder Mark Vientos and left-handed pitcher Joey Lucchesi and designate infielder Joey Wendle and right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez for assignment—all according to Joel Sherman.

New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 15

Mets designate one-time All-Star, righty reliever for assignment

The Mets will have a week to trade or waive the pair.

Mets’ Kodai Senga addresses recovery setback

Mets' Pete Alonso discusses if struggles are related to pending free agency

Sandy Alderson denies involvement in Mets, Billy Eppler IL controversy

The worst MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'Highest-paid MLB players' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 16, 2024

Comeback-prone Mets keep heating up, top Pirates

Joey Wendle and Jeff McNeil each had an RBI double in the seventh inning on Tuesday night for the host New York Mets, who mounted another comeback to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-1.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / April 16, 2024

Garrett, Wendle Lift Mets to 3-1 Win Over Pirates

New York secured its fourth consecutive series victory with a 3-1 win over the Pirates on Tuesday evening, building on a 9-3 stretch that has brought the club above the .500 mark for the first time this season.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / March 23, 2024

Joey Wendle is a speedy bench piece

Every team needs a backup shortstop. It is always tough when a beloved player - even one whose utility may not match their actual production - leaves your club.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / March 18, 2024

Mark Vientos Bounces Back, Wendle Impresses

With just ten days until Opening Day, the New York Mets are in the thick of decision-making regarding their roster. While pitching is a primary focus, filling the designated hitter spot and bench roles is equally crucial. Mark Vientos and Joey Wendle are vying for these positions, aiming to contribute significantly during the regular season.

Miami Marlins News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5, 2024

Report reveals latest on Marlins' shortstop pursuits

The Marlins are known to be looking for shortstop help and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic relays on Monday that they are considering names such as Tim Anderson, Amed Rosario, Nick Ahmed and Adalberto Mondesí.

Which players have the most home runs in MLB postseason history?

The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / December 13, 2023

Grading the Mets’ Joey Wendle signing

Not great, not terrible. The Mets’ first offensive addition of the season wasn’t a particularly inspiring one, as the team inked Joey Wendle to a one-year, $2M deal.

MLB News / Field Level Media / November 30, 2023

Mets sign INF Joey Wendle to 1-year contract

The New York Mets increased the position versatility of their roster with the signing of infielder Joey Wendle to a one-year contract on Thursday. The deal is worth $2 million, according to a report on MLB.com.

MLB News / Fastball on SI / November 30, 2023

Former Tampa Bay Rays, Miami Marlins INF Signs on with NL East Club

Just hours after signing free agent pitcher Luis Severino, the New York Mets added to their depth, getting infielder Joey Wendle on a one-year deal. Per Robert Murray of Fansided: Free-agent infielder Joey Wendle and the New York Mets are in agreement on a contract, pending physical, according to sources familiar with the deal.

New York Mets News / Last Word On Sports / November 30, 2023