Apr 18, 2009 4:52 PM EST

The Braves designated pitcher Blaine Boyer for assignment on Saturday, a move that could end his nine-year run with the club.

"Sometimes moving on to a different club is good for a guy," manager Bobby Cox said. "Gets him some fresh air somewhere else."

Boyer, who was out of minor-league options, can be claimed on waivers by any major-league team.

Via Atlanta Journal-Constitution