The Atlanta Braves have added to their depth as they acquired infielder Cavan Biggio from the San Francisco Giants. According to reports from Gabe Burns of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and confirmed by NBC Sports Bay Area’s Alex Pavlovic, the Giants will receive cash considerations in exchange for Biggio, who was on a minor league deal. This trade took place after the deadline, so Biggio won’t be eligible to participate in the postseason for Atlanta.
Biggio, 29, was once a key piece of the Toronto Blue Jays’ future, debuting in 2019 as part of a young core featuring sons of former major leaguers. He impressed in his rookie season, posting a .234/.364/.429 slash line and finishing fifth in Rookie of the Year voting. His momentum continued through the shortened 2020 season when he registered a career-best 122 wRC+ over 59 games. However, things went south quickly after that.
The infielder struggled in 2021 and 2022, managing just a .213/.320/.353 line over the two years. While his ability to draw walks remained intact, his power numbers diminished, and his strikeout rate surged to 27.3%. By the end of 2022, Biggio found himself demoted to the minors as his role with the Blue Jays diminished. Though he bounced back slightly in 2023 with a .235/.340/.370 line, injuries and inconsistency ultimately led to his designation for assignment by Toronto in June 2024.
Following his release, Biggio had brief stints with the Dodgers and Giants, though he struggled to regain his footing at the major league level. Now with the Braves, Biggio joins an Atlanta team plagued by injuries in the infield. The recent fracture suffered by Whit Merrifield, who had been filling in for the also-injured Ozzie Albies, leaves the Braves scrambling to plug holes as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Though Biggio won’t be available for the playoffs, Atlanta is hoping he can offer some stability in the interim. With his ability to play multiple positions and a career 13.6% walk rate — one of the best in the majors — Biggio’s patience at the plate could make him a valuable addition down the stretch. His track record indicates he can still provide a steady hand, especially compared to the Braves’ current options, Luke Williams and Eli White, whose career offensive metrics fall significantly below Biggio’s.
To activate Biggio, Atlanta will need to make room on their 40-man roster, which is currently full. With Merrifield and Albies both expected to return before the postseason, Biggio may find himself with limited opportunities, but the Braves are hoping he can contribute when called upon.
