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Both Jeremy Hefner and Antoan Richardson joined the Braves coaching staff underneath new manager Walt Weiss.

Richardson was open to returning to the Mets but the two sides could not agree on a new contract so he signed with Atlanta instead.

The Mets released their spring training schedule with Grapefruit League Action starting on February 21 against the Marlins.

Around the National League East

The Braves added both Richardson and Hefner while pitching coach Rick Kranitz, third base coach Fredi Gonzalez, and first base coach Tom Goodwin were relieved of their duties.

Atlanta picked up Chris Sale’s $18 million option for next year.

The Marlins outrighted five players to Triple-A and lost two others to waivers which freed up some room on their 40-man roster.

The Phillies

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