Velazquez returns to the New York organization three years after joining the Yankees from the Orioles. The 30-year-old infielder can play anywhere on the dirt, but offers no offensive upside whatsoever. He’ll compete for one of the bench spots, but likely is going to provide depth in Triple-A.

The Braves claimed Velazquez off of waivers in September, but he was a roster casualty when they trimmed their 40-man in November. The slick-fielding 29-year-old infielder hit just .173/.264/.284 with a pair of homers, three RBI and 13 stolen bases in 94 plate appearances with the Angels during the 2023 campaign. He’ll add infield depth for the Braves.

The Braves claimed Velazquez off waivers from the Angels in September, but they never brought him to the majors. Best known for his glove, the 29-year-old is a lifetime .189/.244/.293 hitter in 624 plate appearances as a major leaguer.

Velazquez, who is ineligible for Atlanta’s postseason roster, will head to Triple-A Gwinnett as extra organizational infield depth. The 29-year-old middle infielder wound up getting into just 54 games this season for the Angels, posting a .548 OPS with two homers and 13 stolen bases across 94 plate appearances.