What happened: Infielder Kyle Farmer began a rehabilitation assignment with Double-A Columbus on Tuesday. The Braves also transferred left-hander Danny Young's rehab assignment from the FCL Braves to Columbus, consolidating both players at the same affiliate. Farmer is expected to log time behind the plate, reacquainting himself with catching during the stint.

Why it matters: Farmer's positional versatility — including his ability to catch — makes him a valuable depth piece for an Atlanta club sitting at 48-29 and pushing through a stretch of its schedule. Getting him and Young back to game action moves both closer to rejoining the active roster as the Braves manage their pitching and bench depth through the summer.

What to watch: Watch for updates on Farmer's catching workload and how many games each player logs before Atlanta considers an activation.