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Mike Aviles was designated for assignment by the Braves.

(Mike Mulholland | MLive)

DETROIT -- The Atlanta Braves have cut ties with Mike Aviles less than 24 hours after acquiring him in a trade from the Detroit Tigers.

Aviles was designated for assignment by the Braves, meaning they have 10 days to trade or release him. They could also assign him to the minor leagues with his consent after he clears waivers.

The Tigers sent Aviles and minor league catcher Kade Scivicque to the Braves in exchange for veteran shortstop Erick Aybar.

Aybar is expected to join the Tigers today.

After Aybar was traded, the Braves called up prospect Dansby Swanson to play shortstop. In the midst of a youth movement, the Braves apparently didn't want Aviles, 35, taking up a roster spot.

In 68 games with the Tigers, Aviles was hitting .210 with a .528 OPS. A utility player, Aviles played six positions for Detroit in 2016 -- all three outfield spots, second base, shortstop and third base.