ROME, Ga. — Jacob Gomez, a pitcher for the Rome Emperors, the High-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, is no longer with the organization following his arrest for shoplifting.
Police reports state that Gomez was caught stealing sports trading cards from the West Rome Walmart by hiding the packs in his shorts and leaving without paying. The cards were valued at approximately $60.
Gomez signed with the Braves in 2024 as an undrafted free agent out of Old Dominion University. He played briefly for the Augusta GreenJackets before being promoted to High-A Rome in June 2025.
In 20 relief appearances this season, Gomez posted a 1-2 record, earned two saves, and had a 2.73 ERA across 29 2/3 innings.
The team has parted ways with Gomez following the incident.
