Ruiz was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday.

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The Atlanta Braves sent infielder Rio Ruiz to Triple-A Gwinnett and they also sent outfielder Ezequiel Carrera, infielder Sean Kazmar and pitcher Anibal Sanchez to minor league camp. None of this really impacts people from a fantasy standpoint.

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Atlanta Braves infielder Rio Ruiz will likely be the third baseman for the Braves to open the 2018 season, according to David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution. With Johan Camargo (strained oblique/back) to start the season on the disabled list, Ruiz has his chance leading into the new season. After starting 1-for-12 with eight strikeouts in his first five games, Ruiz was 13-for-46 (.282) with four doubles, two homers, 10 RBIs and nine strikeouts in his past 18 games before Thursday. "He started not real good, but it's how you finish," manager Brian Snitker said. "He's made adjustments, and I know he and Seitz (hitting coach Kevin Seitzer) have been working in the cage and the whole thing, and he's swinging the bat pretty good right now. He walked up there yesterday and hit a breaking ball nobody could see off the lefty (Liriano). They brought the lefty in over in (Clearwater against) Philly, and he hit the homer." Ruiz had a .590 OPS in 173 plate appearances last season, but his .768 OPS in 432 minor league plate appearances in 2017 show that he does have some upside. Either way, look elsewhere than Ruiz.

Ruiz is likely to make the Braves' Opening Day roster, especially if Johan Camargo (back/oblique) does not recover in time, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Blue Jays.

Ruiz may get a look in the outfield during spring training, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Manager Brian Snitker said Ruiz will play some first base in camp, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Ruiz is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Nationals.

Ruiz is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Thursday against the Nationals.

Ruiz is out of Tuesday's lineup against the Nationals.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Saturday against the Marlins.

Ruiz went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Cubs.

Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Saturday's loss to the Cubs.

Ruiz went 2-for-3 with a double in Friday's 2-0 loss to the Cubs.

Ruiz was promoted to the big leagues and placed in the starting nine for Friday's game against the Cubs, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Ruiz was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Giants.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Monday against the Giants.

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Rio Ruiz was gifted an opportunity to start at third base for the Braves Sunday afternoon, but again he struggled at the plate. Ruiz has recorded only three hits this month. Johan Camargo ultimately overtook the hot corner and collected two hits in two at-bats to close out the game. Ruiz will remain on the roster, but Camargo is cementing himself as the more efficient option.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Saturday against the Marlins.

Ruiz is not in Friday's lineup against the Marlins.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Sunday against the Mets.

Ruiz is not in the lineup Friday against the Mets.

Ruiz is out of the lineup Saturday against the Reds, the second straight day he has sat with a right-handed pitcher on the mound for the opposing team, Kevin McAlpin of 680 The Fan reports.

Ruiz is out of Friday's lineup against the Reds, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

Ruiz likely will share time at third base with Adonis Garcia (Achilles), who will be activated from the 10-day disabled list Friday, David O'Brien of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

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Atlanta Braves infielder Rio Ruiz will be back in the Atlanta starting lineup after a night off on Saturday. Ruiz is slotted seventh in the order, surrounded by catcher Kurt Suzuki and shortstop Dansby Swanson. The young third baseman has impressed since being called up a week and a half ago. He enters tonight's game with a .300 average and six hits over the past four games. More promising is that he appears to be finding his power. However, tonight's matchup with Giants starter Johnny Cueto will be a challenging one. Ruiz has thrived against inside pitching, but Cueto works heavily outside against left-handed batters.

Ruiz is not in Saturday's lineup against the Giants.

Ruiz could continue to act as the Braves' primary third baseman even after Adonis Garcia (Achilles) returns from the disabled list, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Ruiz went 3-for-4 with an RBI and a run during Thursday's loss to Pittsburgh.

Ruiz went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's win over the Nationals.

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Atlanta Braves infielder Rio Ruiz was deferred last week in place of Johan Camargo when third baseman Adonis Garcia was placed on the disabled list. The loss of first baseman Freddie Freeman resulted in his timely promotion nonetheless. Ruiz has taken over the starting role at third base with second baseman Jace Peterson shifting to first (that will change with the addition of first baseman Matt Adams). The young corner infielder hit his first career home run on Saturday with a two-run blast off Nationals starter Max Scherzer. Early run support proved to go a long way in a bullpen game. Ruiz struggled in his first two appearances but made major strides against familiar competition. His role will shrink as Peterson moves off first, and he is likely to be sent back to Triple-A Gwinnett upon Garcia's return.

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Atlanta Braves infielder Rio Ruiz will start at third base and bat in the No. 8 spot. The infielder was recalled prior to Thursday's game and will replace first baseman Freddie Freeman (wrist) on the active roster. It will be his first time on the active roster this season, but he was having a nice start in Triple-A. For the season, Ruiz is slashing .262/.305/.447 with four home runs and 16 RBI. He is worth a look in NL-only leagues if you're desperate for an infielder, but for now can be avoided in mixed leagues.

Ruiz was recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday.

Ruiz was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday.

Ruiz went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Tigers.

Ruiz went 1-for-4 with two strikeouts and a solo home run in Saturday's split-squad game against the Phillies.

Ruiz will compete for a spot on the Braves' 25-man roster in spring training, but is expected to begin the season back at Triple-A Gwinnett.

Ruiz's contract was purchased from Triple-A Gwinnett late Friday, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Ruiz, 22, is batting just .200 with five RBI over his last 10 games for Triple-A Gwinnett.

Ruiz, 21, is batting just .135 over his last 10 games for Triple-A Gwinnett.

Ruiz left Wednesday's game with an ankle injury, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.

Ruiz is slashing .191/.315/.234 with zero home runs and one stolen base in 169 plate appearances with Double-A Mississippi.

Ruiz and two other prospects were traded to the Braves on Wednesday in exchange for Evan Gattis, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports.

Ruiz, 20, is slashing .300/.391/.450 with 11 home runs, 72 RBI and four steals through 117 games with High-A Lancaster.

Ruiz, 20, is slashing .299/.392/.453 with eight home runs, 58 RBI and two steals through 86 games for High-A Lancaster.

Ruiz, 20, is slashing .292/.385/.421 with four home runs and 31 RBI through 54 games for High-A Lancaster.

Ruiz had a big night at the plate Monday for High-A Lancaster, going 4-for-5 with two doubles, a home run and five RBI against High Desert.