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On Tuesday, the Tampa Bay Rays announced that second baseman Brandon Lowe has been placed on the 10-day injured list with left foot and ankle tendinitis, retroactive to July 20.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / July 22

Braves trade Stuart Fairchild to Tampa Bay

The outfield heads to a playoff-caliber team after leaving Atlanta Earlier today, the Atlanta Braves traded outfielder Stuart Fairchild to the Tampa Bay Rays for old friend, cash considerations.

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MLB News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 22

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Traded to Tampa Bay Rays

After Stuart Fairchild was designated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves, it felt like there was a small chance he could reunite with the Cincinnati Reds.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22

Rays acquire Stuart Fairchild, place Brandon Lowe on injured list

The Rays announced Tuesday that they’ve acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves in exchange for cash. Tampa Bay also placed infielder Brandon Lowe on the 10-day injured list with tendinitis in his left ankle.

Atlanta Braves News / Inside The Diamonds / July 21

Atlanta Braves Roster Moves 7/21/2025

The Atlanta Braves continue to shape their roster as the season progresses. This morning, the team selected the contract of veteran catcher Sandy León from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / July 21

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Designated for Assignment

Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Stuart Fairchild was desingated for assignment by the Atlanta Braves on Monday. Fairchild wastraded to the Atlanta Braves for cash considerations at the end of March.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

Braves designate Stuart Fairchild, select Sandy Leon

The Braves announced Monday that they’ve designated outfielder Stuart Fairchild for assignment in order to open a spot for veteran catcher Sandy Leon, whose contract has been selected from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 29

Fairchild starts again in series finale

It’s been a rough go for Money Mike. For the second night in a row, Stuart Fairchild starts in place of Michael Harris. Don’t call it a platoon. But the Atlanta Braves are clearly over letting players just work it out, and they’re trying to utilize any advantage they can in order to pull themselves back from the brink.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 29

Are Stuart Fairchild and Michael Harris in a platoon now?

Or was Saturday a rare night off? The Braves are employing a left field platoon with Alex Verdugo and Eli White. It doesn’t matter that Eli White can’t really hit that well and Alex Verdugo can’t really do anything well, but it’s happening regardless.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / June 28

Michael Harris sits, Stuart Fairchild starts against the lefty

The Braves' floundering centerfielder goes to the bench against a tough lefty The Braves are staring into the abyss right now and are running out of runway to get things off the ground.

Atlanta Braves News / Inside The Diamonds / June 16

Atlanta Braves Roster Moves 6/16/2025

As the Atlanta Braves work through the long MLB season, the team has made a series of roster moves. These moves are designed to strengthen depth and flexibility.

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MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 16

Braves Activate Outfielder, Option Infielder Ahead of Mets Series

The Atlanta Braves shuffle the roster ahead of their series with the New York Mets. On the bright side, it's a result of getting healthier. They announced Monday that they activated outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the injured list.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Braves activate Stuart Fairchild, DFA Jose Azocar

The Braves announced this morning that they’ve activated outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the injured list. Outfielder Jose Azocar was designated for assignment to make room for Fairchild on the active roster.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / June 12

Braves Provide Injury Updates for Two Players On Rehab Assignments

The Atlanta Braves announced that outfielder Stuart Fairchild will begin his rehab assignment on Thursday with Triple-A Gwinnett. They also officially announced that Nacho Alvarez Jr.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / May 30

Braves send AJ Smith-Shawver to 60-day IL, place Stuart Fairchild on 10-day IL

Smith-Shawver’s season is likely over, while Fairchild will miss time with a dislocated pinky. AJ Smith-Shawver’s season is likely over for the Braves and backup outfielder Stuart Fairchild will miss some time as well after both players suffered injuries during Thursday’s doubleheader in Philadelphia.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 29

Braves Fairchild Still Available for Next Game Despite Injury

Atlanta Braves outfielder Stuart Fairchild has reportedly dislocated his pinkie. He injured his fingers while sliding into second base and exited the game.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 1

Braves Officially Activate Outfield Acquisition

The Atlanta Braves added outfielder Stuart Fairchild to the organization ahead of the series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. At the time, it was an odd addition, but then the Braves announced outfielder Jurickson Profar received an 80-game suspension Monday after testing positive for a banned substance.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / March 31

Braves are switching things up in their outfield following trade

Earlier today, the Atlanta Braves announced a trade with the Reds for Stuart Fairchild. The outfielder is more known for what he can do defensively than what he can do with the stick, but he does have some decent splits against left-handed pitchers, and it appears the Braves plan on adding him to the active roster on Tuesday.

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 31

Braves Add More Outfield Depth in Deal with Reds

The Atlanta Braves add more outfield depth to the roster. They acquired Stuart Fairchild from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for cash considerations.

MLB News / SportsTalkATL / March 31

Braves make trade with Reds for Stuart Fairchild

Today, the Braves announced they have acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild in exchange for cash considerations. To make room for him on the 40-man roster, they’ve moved reliever Joe Jimenez to the 60-day IL.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 31

Braves acquire intriguing outfielder from Reds

The Reds have traded outfielder Stuart Fairchild to the Braves for cash considerations, according to announcements from both clubs. The Reds had designated Fairchild for assignment last week.

Cincinnati Reds News / Last Word On Sports / March 26

Reds Adjust Roster as Hays Hits IL and Fairchild is DFA’d

Cincinnati Reds outfielder Austin Hays will start the season on the 10-day injured list with a minor calf injury. Manager Terry Francona announced the news Wednesday at Great American Ball Park, adding that Hays could miss as few as six games.

Cincinnati Reds News / Just Baseball / March 18

Sorting Out the Cincinnati Reds’ Third Base Options

Since Eugenio Suárez’s departure after the 2021 season, the Cincinnati Reds have struggled to find a consistent third baseman. After cycling through stop gaps and failed prospects, Cincinnati signed Jeimer Candelario last winter to solidify the position.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 26, 2024

Stuart Fairchild's 10th-inning double lifts Reds past Rays

Stuart Fairchild doubled home the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning as the Cincinnati Reds opened a three-game interleague series against the Tampa Bay Rays with a 3-2 victory on Friday in St.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 11, 2024

Stuart Fairchild homers as Reds hang on to beat Giants

Andrew Abbott and four relievers combined on a seven-hitter, Stuart Fairchild homered and the Cincinnati Reds held on to beat the host San Francisco Giants 4-2 on Friday night to snap an eight-game losing streak.

Cincinnati Reds News / Cincinnati Reds on SI / March 18, 2024

Cincinnati Reds Make Decision on Stuart Fairchild's Future

Stuart Fairchild has reportedly received the news he has worked so hard for—he will be on the Cincinnati Reds Opening Day roster. The decision may seem obvious in light of TJ Friedl suffering a broken wrist, but Mark Sheldon of MLB.com is reporting that Fairchild received the news before the injury.