Former Atlanta Braves outfielder Alex Verdugo cleared waivers Saturday and was officially released by the club, The Athletic reported, three days after he was designated for assignment. Verdugo was removed from the active roster to open a spot for the return of outfielder Jurickson Profar,

The Braves designated Alex Verdugo for assignment and reinstated Jurickson Profar from the restricted list. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

With Jurickson Profar wrapping up his 80-game suspension for violating MLB's performance-enhancing drug policy, the Atlanta Braves have decided to cut ties with Alex Verdugo.