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Walden (shoulder) had his minor league contract with the Braves voided on Thursday because his rehab wasn't progressing as expected, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.
There were some question marks about his health heading into spring, as he missed all of 2016 with shoulder issues and made just 12 appearances in 2015 due to a biceps injury. The 29-year-old will look to get back to full strength and try to catch on with a team in a setup role, as he has plenty of high-leverage experience under his belt.
Braves have signed Jordan Walden to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training.
He has been dealing with injuries the past two seasons, suffering through biceps and shoulder issues. He was only active for 12 appearances in 2015, and sat out all of 2016. He does have the potential to slot in as a late inning set up man for the Braves, if his health allows. He has been able to strike out better than a batter per inning through his career with a mid-to-upper 90s fastball.
Cardinals will decline their $5.25 million option on Jordan Walden.
Walden simply hasn't been on the mound enough for the Cardinals to make the investment in the pitcher. He will become a free agent when the option is officially declined and will be free to sign elsewhere, though it will likely be an incentivized contract given his injury history.
Jordan Walden is expected to begin a minor league rehab assignment at High-A Palm Beach on Sunday.
Walden missed most of the 2015 season and he has yet to play in 2016. Considering he hasn't played a game in almost two years, Walden will likely have a significant amount of rust.
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