Brach signed a minor league contract with the Braves last March and didn't end up reaching the majors for Atlanta. The 36-year-old veteran righty reliever posted a lackluster 4.88 ERA, 1.54 WHIP and 26/10 K/BB ratio across 24 innings (21 appearances) for Triple-A Gwinnett.

The right-hander was released by the Reds in September after carrying a 6.30 ERA over 30 innings during the 2021 season. Brach will compete for a role in the Braves bullpen during spring training but will have an uphill battle to make the team.

Brach cleared waivers after being designated for assignment and is now officially a free agent.

The move clears a spot for Kyle Farmer's return from the paternity list. Brach gets the boot after posting an ugly 6.30 ERA over 35 relief appearances this season.