Braves Release Andrew McCutchen, Austin Gomber and Ben Gamel From Triple-A Gwinnett

The Braves have released three veterans from their Triple-A team in Gwinnett, clearing the way for Andrew McCutchen, Austin Gomber and Ben Gamel to become free agents. The transaction is listed in the minors activity log maintained by MiLB, and it was first reported by MLB Trade Rumors on Aug. 4.

McCutchen, an outfielder who also has been used as a designated hitter, is now free to sign with any club. McCutchen’s big league experience has long made him a recognizable name among organizations seeking experienced bats for late-season bench roles or additional right-handed depth at Triple-A and beyond.

Gomber, a left-handed pitcher, was also released from the same Gwinnett roster. As a southpaw with prior major league experience, he can draw interest from teams that want left-handed innings in the depth pipeline, particularly as rosters tighten during the stretch toward September call-ups.

Gamel, an outfielder, was the third player released by Gwinnett. Like McCutchen, Gamel’s value historically has been tied to his defensive versatility and familiarity with the grind of everyday minor league schedules, giving him a potential path to another minor league opportunity with a new organization looking for veteran depth.

From the Braves’ perspective, releasing multiple players from the Triple-A level suggests a roster reconfiguration rather than a single one-off move. Minor league releases late in a season are often used to adjust the organization’s player pool and open spots for other players, though the Braves have not publicly outlined the internal reasons in the reporting that is available here.

None of the players were reported as being under team control after the release date, meaning each is eligible to sign with any organization immediately. The practical implication is that the next step for all three will be determined by demand across the league, with clubs that need experienced alternatives for depth roles potentially moving quickly to add them.

What to watch next is whether any of the three draw interest from teams in need of veteran bats, left-handed pitching help, or outfield options. Because the Braves move all three players to free agency, their destinations will not be limited to Atlanta’s system, and their experience could carry them to another opportunity if a major league club chooses to bolster its minor league depth or if a contender wants reinforcements for the final weeks.