Jurickson Profar attempted to spark the Braves’ offense as he returned from an 80-game performance-enhancing drug suspension on Wednesday night against the Angels. “I didn't take anything on purpose,” Profar said in an opening statement during a pregame press conference.

The Atlanta Braves designated Alex Verdugo for assignment to make room for fellow outfielder Jurickson Profar in a series of roster moves on Wednesday, that also included placing right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach on the 15-day injured list with a fractured right elbow.

Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach has been placed on the 15-day injured list after breaking his right elbow during a start last weekend.