Demeritte got off to a fast start with the Braves, but went into an extended offensive tailspin, and was eventually replaced in late May by rookie sensation Michael Harris II, who took over a starting outfield spot and never looked back. The 28-year-old outfielder has hit just .216/.277/.328 with six home runs and three stolen bases across 315 plate appearances over 92 games in the majors since 2019.

Demeritte had been designated for assignment earlier in the week, but wound up passing through waivers unclaimed. He'll continue to function as extra outfield depth for the Braves at Triple-A. Demeritte slashed just .213/.260/.337 with three homers in 96 plate appearances with the big league club.

Demeritte hit just .213/.260/.337 with three homers in 96 plate appearances over 26 games this season for the Braves earlier this season before being shipped back to the minors back in late May to make room for top prospect Michael Harris II to ascend to the majors. The 27-year-old outfielder should generate some interest on waivers.

Demeritte has been mired in an extended slump at the dish for the last two weeks, hitting .029 (1-for-34) over his last nine games since May 15. The 27-year-old outfielder has been jettisoned to the minors to make room for top prospect Michael Harris II to make his big-league debut Saturday afternoon against the division-rival Marlins.