Craig Kimbrel’s stay with the Atlanta Braves lasted just one day as the team designated the franchise’s career saves leader for assignment and recalled left-handed pitcher Austin Cox.

Kimbrel spent the 2024 season with the Orioles after signing a one-year, $13 million deal, going 7-5 with a 5.33 ERA and 23 saves as the replacement for injured closer Félix Bautista before being cut in September.

The 37-year-old Kimbrel made only one appearance during his second stint with Atlanta. During Friday's eventual 5-4 loss to the San Francisco Giants, Kimbrel was summoned to pitch