The Braves continue to shore up their organizational depth this offseason, adding a quartet of intriguing arms and a familiar bat on minor league deals. Right-handers Javy Guerra and Blayne Enlow are the latest to join the fold, while first baseman Tristin English and reliever Tayler Scott were quietly added last month, per MLB’s official transaction log.
Let’s break down what each of these moves means - and why they matter more than they might seem at first glance.
Tayler Scott: A Bounce-Back Candidate with Big-League Experience
At 33, Tayler Scott is no stranger to the grind. The South African-born righty has bounced around the majors over five seasons, making stops with the Mariners, Orioles, Padres, Red Sox, Dodgers, Astros, and Diamondbacks.
Last year, he split time between Houston and Arizona, logging 27 1/3 innings with a rough 7.90 ERA. That number jumps off the page - and not in a good way - but it doesn’t tell the whole story.
Just a year prior, Scott was one of the Astros’ most reliable bullpen arms, tossing 68 2/3 innings with a sparkling 2.23 ERA. His career numbers - a 5.51 ERA, 21.2% strikeout rate, and 12.2% walk rate - reflect the volatility of a journeyman reliever, but there’s enough recent success to suggest he could still contribute if things click.
For the Braves, this is the kind of low-risk, potentially high-reward signing that can pay dividends during the long grind of a 162-game season. If Scott can rediscover the form he showed in 2023, he could be an option in the bullpen mix down the line.
Javy Guerra: The Arm Strength Is Real, the Command Still a Work in Progress
Javy Guerra’s baseball journey has been anything but conventional. Originally signed as an infielder, the 30-year-old Panamanian made the mid-career switch to the mound - and while the stuff is undeniably electric, the command has been a persistent issue.
After two seasons in Japan with the Hanshin Tigers, Guerra is back stateside. In 2024, he was lights out in the NPB, posting a 1.55 ERA across 59 appearances. But last year, he spent most of his time in the Tigers’ minor league system, logging just 4 2/3 innings at the top level.
Still, Guerra’s arm talent is hard to ignore. He throws hard, and when he’s on, he can overpower hitters.
The challenge, as always, is finding the strike zone consistently. For the Braves, he’s a project worth taking on - a potential bullpen weapon if the coaching staff can help him harness his raw stuff.
Tristin English: A Georgia Tech Product Comes Home
First baseman Tristin English brings a bit of local flavor to the Braves’ camp. The 28-year-old is a Georgia Tech alum and now returns to the Peach State after spending last season in the Diamondbacks organization.
English got a brief cup of coffee in the big leagues, appearing in seven games and going just 2-for-22 with a walk and eight strikeouts. But it was a different story at Triple-A Reno, where he slashed .324/.368/.524 with 16 homers over 428 plate appearances - strong production even in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League.
He’s got solid bat-to-ball skills and some pop, though he can be a little too aggressive at times, chasing pitches outside the zone. Still, there’s something to work with here. He’s likely to open the season at Triple-A Gwinnett, but if he keeps hitting, don’t be surprised if he earns another look in Atlanta at some point.
Blayne Enlow: Once a Top Prospect, Now Fighting for a Shot
Blayne Enlow’s name might ring a bell for prospect watchers. The 6’3” right-hander was a third-round pick by the Twins and once carried real upside in their system. He performed well through Double-A, but Triple-A proved to be a tougher test.
Enlow signed a minor league deal with the Giants ahead of the 2024 season, but a season-ending injury after just two starts wiped out his year - and he didn’t pitch at all in 2025. Now 27, he’s looking to get back on track and finally make his MLB debut.
For the Braves, this is a depth move with upside. Enlow has the size, the pedigree, and the pitch mix to be a back-end starter or long reliever if he can stay healthy and regain form. He’ll likely open the year in the upper minors, but he adds another layer of insurance to the Braves’ starting pitching depth chart.
The Bottom Line
None of these signings will make headlines on their own, but they’re the kind of smart, under-the-radar moves that good organizations make. The Braves are adding experience, upside, and local ties - all without committing major dollars or roster spots.
In a long season, depth is everything. And while these names might not be front and center on Opening Day, don’t be surprised if one or more of them plays a role when the Braves need reinforcements later in the year.