Braves placed INF Tyler Pastornicky on the 15-day disabled list with a torn left ACL.

He'll undergo season-ending surgery to repair the injury soon. Pastornicky suffered the malady when he collided with right fielder Jason Heyward on a play during Thursday's game. The infielder should be OK by the time spring training rolls around.

MLB.com's Mark Bowman reports that Tyler Pastornicky's left knee injury is "starting to sound like more than just a day-to-day deal."

Pastornicky underwent an MRI Thursday, and although the results are not yet known, it sounds like the news won't be good. The Braves are getting thin on second base options, as Dan Uggla (eye surgery) is already on the DL.

Tyler Pastornicky will get an MRI on his knee Thursday.

Pastornicky was lifted from Wednesday's game against the Phillies with what has been labeled a left knee sprain. He suffered the injury on a collision with teammate Jason Heyward. "It locked up pretty good to where I couldn't really move on it," Pastornicky said. "I tried to tough it out, I finished out the inning, but coming off the field, it just started locking up. It was pretty much time to come out then."

Tyler Pastornicky left Thursday's game against the Phillies with a sprained left knee.

Pastornicky collided with right fielder Jason Heyward on a play. He initially stayed in the game, but the Braves eventually thought better of it. He'll be re-evaluated Thursday before it's determined how long he might be out.

Braves recalled INF Tyler Pastornicky from Triple-A Gwinnett.

He'll take the place of Dan Uggla (eye surgery) on the active roster and will make the start at second base Tuesday night. The 23-year-old has some speed and has played well between the majors and minors this season, so he may have some short-term relevancy in NL-only fantasy leagues.

Braves optioned INF Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett.

He's clearing room for the arrival of Kameron Loe. Pastornicky has batted .292/.320/.333 in multiple stints with the big club this season.

Braves recalled INF Tyler Pastornicky from Triple-A Gwinnett.

He'll take the place of the injured Evan Gattis (oblique) on the active roster. Pastornicky is 1-for-7 in two stints with the Braves this season and will serve in a utility role.

Braves optioned INF Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett.

It's the corresponding move for Brian McCann's return from the disabled list. Pastornicky batted just .143 (1-for-7) during his two stints with the Braves. He'll continue to provide depth in the minors.

Braves recalled INF Tyler Pastornicky from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Pastornicky, 23, batted .243/.287/.325 with two homers and a .613 OPS in 188 plate appearances in his first taste of the majors last season. He's expected to function as a utility player, so it's unlikely he'll be fantasy relevant.

ESPN's Jim Bowden reports that the Blue Jays have inquired about the Braves' Tyler Pastornicky.

The Blue Jays are looking for middle infield depth following the Jose Reyes injury. Pastornicky was originally drafted by Toronto but was dealt to Atlanta in the Yunel Escobar trade. The Jays will use Maicer Izturis as their primary shortstop for now.

Braves optioned INF Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett.

This is quite a contrast to last year, when Pastornicky opened the season as the Braves' starting shortstop. While Andrelton Simmons has passed him on the depth chart, the 23-year-old could still end up being a useful bench player down the road.

Tyler Pastornicky continued his hot spring Thursday, going 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI.

The Braves opted to retain Paul Janish and sign Ramiro Pena over the winter, leaving no room on the roster for Pastornicky. He remains a long shot to make the team even with Janish now set to start the year on the DL. Still, he's been impressive in hitting .404/.475/.615 with 13 RBI in 52 at-bats. He might turn into a nice piece of trade bait if he keeps hitting in the minors.

Tyler Pastornicky delivered a pinch-hit RBI fielder's choice in the ninth inning on Friday, delivering the Braves a 2-1 walk-off victory over the Nationals.

Pastornicky was called upon to hit for Craig Kimbrel with runners at first and third with one out in the ninth. He grounded the first pitch he saw to the shortstop, but Ian Desmond threw it away attempting to turn the double play. Pastornicky has been limited to a mere 19 at-bats over his 26 games in the second half of the season. He'll continue to serve in a utility role while Andrelton Simmons handles the bulk of the playing time at shortstop.

Tyler Pastornicky fielded balls in the outfield prior to Wednesday's game.

The Braves are prepping him for a possible utility role, though there's no guarantee he'll be with the big club long enough to see time in the outfield. "If he stays up here long enough, you may see him out there in left field one game," manager Fredi Gonzalez said.

Braves recalled SS Tyler Pastornicky from Triple-A Gwinnett.

He's replacing Andrelton Simmons on the active roster. Pastornicky was demoted in June after posting a .248/.281/.324 batting line across 154 plate appearances. The fact that he was recalled doesn't rule out the possibility the Braves could eventually acquire a shortstop via trade. Martin Prado is starting at shortstop Saturday against the Mets.

Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez said that Tyler Pastornicky will play some second base and outfield, in addition to shortstop, while with Triple-A Gwinnett.

Pastornicky was optioned to the minors this week after .248/.281/.324 across 154 plate appearances while playing subpar defense. While he might not be the "shortstop of the future," the Braves could get some value out of him as a utility man.

Braves optioned SS Tyler Pastornicky to Triple-A Gwinnett.

The Braves have yet to announce a corresponding move, but all signs point to Andrelton Simmons getting the call and taking over at shortstop. Pastornicky has batted just .248/.281/.324 with one homer this season while playing shaky defense at shortstop, so we can't blame the Braves for shaking things up.

Tyler Pastornicky went 3-for-3 with a walk and scored the go-ahead run in the ninth as the Braves edged the Dodgers 4-3 on Tuesday.

Pastornicky came around to score on Martin Prado's triple after his third hit of the day. The rookie shortstop had been held out of the lineup three straight days prior to this one. After this one, his lineup spot should be secure for a few games.

Tyler Pastornicky has been out the past two games.

The 22-year-old rookie isn't injured, but he's batting just 175/.214/.325 in 43 plate appearances. "He'll probably play the next couple of days, maybe all three in L.A.," Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez said Sunday. Jack Wilson filled in at shortstop on Saturday and Sunday.

Tyler Pastornicky has won the Braves' starting shortstop job.

That was the plan coming in, but Andrelton Simmons looked like a possible threat for the job until about a week ago. Pastornicky, who was acquired from the Blue Jays in the Yunel Escobar deal, batted .314/.359/.414 with seven homers, 45 RBI, 27 stolen bases and a .773 OPS between Double- and Triple-A last season. We're not banking on a high batting average as a rookie and hitting eighth may hurt his chances of racking up stolen bases. The 22-year-old is only worth a modest bid in NL-only formats.