Braves released INF Blake DeWitt. DeWitt made four appearances with the Braves in April before suffering a lower back strain. The signing of Tyler Greene made the 27-year-old expendable. DeWitt will likely catch on with another organization.

Braves placed INF Blake DeWitt on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain.

Braves purchased the contract of INF/OF Blake DeWitt from Triple-A Gwinnett. He's taking Freddie Freeman's spot on the roster. DeWitt will provide depth on the bench.

Braves signed INF Blake DeWitt to a minor league contract. DeWitt hit .138/.133/.172 in 18 games this year for the Cubs. He's doubtful to make an impact with the Braves.

Cubs sent INF-OF Blake DeWitt outright to Triple-A Iowa. DeWitt was designated for assignment earlier this month. He has the option of declining the outright and declare free agency.

Blake DeWitt (back) is available for Monday's game against the Brewers. DeWitt was scratched from Sunday's lineup after experiencing back spasms during batting practice, but he's ready to contribute off the bench.

Blake DeWitt was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to back spasms. He should be OK in a day or two. Darwin Barney had been slated for a day off, but he's back in the lineup now.

Cubs purchased the contract of INF-OF Blake DeWitt from Triple-A Iowa. DeWitt will serve as a utilityman this year for the Cubs after batting .262/.366/.361 in the Cactus League.

Blake DeWitt went 2-for-3 with three runs scored and a walk Thursday against the Padres. The Cubs announced earlier Thursday that DeWitt, who is now batting .313 this spring. had made the Opening Day roster even being designated for assignment last month. The 26-year-old played right field in this one and will be used all over the field this season in a utility role.

X-rays on Blake DeWitt's hand have come back negative. He was hit by a pitch Thursday. DeWitt will sit out a couple more days but is expected to be fine.