Atlanta adds versatile INF Hoy Park via trade

ATLANTA — Finding a beginning shortstop is the Braves’ main offseason want. But additionally they must create infield depth with gamers like Hoy Park, who was acquired from the Red Sox in change for a participant to be named and money concerns on Friday.

Park hit .202 with 5 homers and a .641 OPS over 209 plate appearances for the Pirates over the previous two seasons. The 26-year-old infielder produced a .687 OPS over 375 plate appearances for Pittsburgh’s Triple-A affiliate (Indianapolis) this previous season. He was acquired by the Red Sox on Nov. 23 and designated for task on Tuesday.

Though Park doesn’t present a lot offensively, Atlanta is hoping to realize worth from his capability to play every of the infield positions.

As the Braves put together for Dansby Swanson’s potential departure, they proceed to look externally for a beginning shortstop. Their two inside choices are Orlando Arcia and Vaughn Grissom. Arcia could be a greater match as a bench participant, and Grissom might be in Triple-A if he doesn’t have an on a regular basis position within the Majors.

Park and Ehire Adrianza, who just lately signed a Minor League deal, are among the many different gamers who will come to Spring Training competing for a spot as a backup infielder.