The Atlanta Braves have brought Dan Nelson back to the organization on a Minor League deal. He split last season between AAA Gwinnett and AA Mississippi, combining to hit .283 with a .740 OPS in 364 at bats. It was the soon to be 28 year old's 8th professional season, and his second with the Braves after spending time in the Cardinals and Nationals organizations. He split his time playing third base and second base and will provide bench depth at either AAA or AA in 2012.