Anthony Varvaro was designated for assignment on Monday, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Varvaro was designated for assignment on Monday, David O'Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Analysis:

The move comes in response to the finalization of Alberto Callaspo's deal Monday, which necessitated that Atlanta clear a spot on the 40-man roster. Varvaro, 29, went 3-3 in 61 appearances last season, posting a 2.63 ERA and 1.079 WHIP over 54.2 innings.