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Former Braves Shortstop Receives Standing Ovation in Return to Truist Park

Former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia received a warm welcome back to Truist Park Friday night. When he stepped up for his first at-bat on the night, the crowd gave him a standing ovation.

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Recently Released Braves Shortstop Walks It Off For Rockies

Former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia was a hero for the Colorado Rockies Thursday evening. Down 7-6 in the bottom of the ninth with two outs and the bases loaded, Arcia hit a two-run single to win it against the San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 12

Orlando Arcia's clutch hit gives Rockies walk-off win

Orlando Arcia hit a two-out, two-run single in the bottom of the ninth, and the Colorado Rockies rallied to beat the San Francisco Giants, 8-7 in Denver on Thursday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 2

Rockies look to end 8-game skid at Marlins

The Colorado Rockies and Miami Marlins will look to former shortstops transitioning to second base to help turn things around when the clubs begin a three-game series Monday night in Florida.

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MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 29

Former Atlanta Braves SS has Hot Start with Colorado Rockies

Former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia has a strong debut with the Colorado Rockies. He went 2-for-3 at the plate in the Rockies 2-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / May 29

Rockies Sign Orlando Arcia: What to Make of Move

The Rockies officially signed infielder Orlando Arcia to a MLB deal on May 28, days after the Braves released the former All-Star shortstop. Arcia fell out of favor in Atlanta thanks to the defensive prowess of Nick Allen.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 28

Yankees Nearly Landed Former All-Star

The New York Yankees fell just short in their pursuit of a former All-Star shortstop who was recently let go by the Atlanta Braves. The New York Post's

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 28

New York Mets offered former All-Star infielder a minor league deal

Before bolstering their organizational infield depth with David Villar, the New York Mets reportedly made another minor league offer to a familiar face.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 28

NL East Rival, Yankees Made Offers to Ex-Braves' Orlando Arcia: Report

Former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia agreed to a contract with the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. But before signing that deal, Arcia received two other notable offers -- both from the Big Apple.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 28

Yankees' Failed Attempt to Sign All-Star SS Revealed

The New York Yankees have quickly emerged as one of the top teams in MLB this season, boasting an impressive 34-20 record that has them in first place in the AL East, while also having a plus-112 run differential.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 27

Orlando Arcia finds a new home

Over the weekend, the Braves parted ways with Orlando Arcia, and it didn’t take him long to catch on somewhere else. According to Mark Feinsand, the veteran infielder and the Rockies are in the final stages of contract talks.

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Report: Veteran Infielder Orlando Arcia Signing With Rockies

After being designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves on Friday, Orlando Arcia signed with the Colorado Rockies on Memorial Day. Daniel Alvarez of ElExtrabase was the first to report the news.

Colorado Rockies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Rockies close to signing former All-Star amid disastrous 2025 season

The Colorado Rockies are in the midst of a historically bad season. So bad in fact that the Rockies had the worst 50-game start in 130 years. On Monday, Colorado lost yet again, dropping to an almost unfathomable 9-45 on the season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 26

Report: Former Braves Shortstop Closing In On Deal With Rockies

Former Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia might have found a new home. According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, he is reportedly working toward a deal with the Colorado Rockies.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 26

Disappointing Weekend Series Loss to Padres, Orlando Arcia, more

Sunday ended a highly disappointing week for the Braves. Atlanta dropped their second straight series, and experienced their fourth loss in five games, after Sunday’s 5-3 loss to the Padres.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 25

Braves officially release former All-Star

The Atlanta Braves reportedly released former All-Star infielder Orlando Arcia, per Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game. The move comes shortly after the Braves released another former All-Star in outfielder/first baseman Garrett Cooper.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 25

Braves Release World Series Champion Shortstop

The Atlanta Braves have released infielder Orlando Arcia from the roster. He was designated for assignment by the team on Friday ahead of their series with the San Diego Padres.

Atlanta Braves News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / May 23

Braves DFA Ex-Brewer To Open Space For Ronald Acuña Jr.

The Atlanta Braves got one of the biggest stars in baseball back on Friday. Outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. appeared in just 49 games last season after winning the National League Most Valuable Player Award in 2023.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / May 23

Braves say goodbye to Orlando Arcia

With the Braves activating Ronald Acuña Jr. from his rehab assignment, they’ve chosen to designate shortstop Orlando Arcia for assignment in a corresponding move.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23