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Braves sign veteran Bonifacio to minor-league deal

The signed Emilio Bonifacio to a minor-league contract. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
The signed Emilio Bonifacio to a minor-league contract. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
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April 10, 2016

The Braves signed veteran utility man Emilio Bonifacio to a minor-league deal on Sunday and assigned him to Triple-A Gwinnett.

The Braves designated Bonifacio for assignment on April 2 as they opted for other bench options. Bonifacio, 30, has played every position in the field except first base over nine seasons in the majors while hitting .259 with a .316 on-base percentage.

Bonifacio is expected to join the G-Braves in Durham on Monday.

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