Former Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley made his debut with the Atlanta Braves on Thursday and had three hits, including a double.
“It’s not often you get the blessing to be able to stay in one place for 4 years, I got nothing but respect for everybody over there,” Fraley told Tyler Boronski.
The outfielder is slashing .243/.338/.399 with 15 extra-base hits this season and four stolen bases.
The Reds designated Fraley for assignment earlier in the month.
“Through conversations and there’s some that are kind of private, and some that I can’t explain, but just came to the I think the idea that kind of giving Jake a chance to go play,” Francona told reporters. “Where maybe he thinks he deserves to play, which I understand, is maybe better than him sitting the bench here.”
It’s good to see Fraley land on his feet with another organization.
Atlanta Braves outfielder Jake Fraley opens up about the emotional challenge of leaving Cincinnati after four seasons, explaining why the city and organization hold such personal significance for him and his family.
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— Tyler Boronski (@TylerBoronski) August 27, 2025
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