The Braves made their first significant trade of the season today, acquiring relief pitcher Pierce Johnson from the Rockies in exchange for Victor Vodnik and Tanner Gordon. Now, for most baseball fans in Atlanta, these aren’t familiar names, but the more I look into this deal, the more I appreciate it. For starters, the Braves gave
The Braves made their first couple of splashes ahead of the trade deadline. The big move being the acquisition of Pierce Johnson, who the front office hopes can turn things around in Atlanta after a shaky few months with the Rockies. The Braves also traded for Taylor Hearn of the Rangers, who adds some depth
Thankfully, the Braves don’t have many glaring holes ahead of the trade deadline. The offense is the best in baseball, and their pitching staff has been equally as impressive, even before the trades they made today to bolster the bullpen. However, teams can always get better, and it’s never wise to stand pat in the
Trade season has officially arrived in Atlanta, as Mark Feinsand reports the Braves have acquired RHP Pierce Johnson from the Rockies in exchange for Victor Vodnik and Tanner Gordon. The Rockies have traded RHP Pierce Johnson to the Braves for a pair of minor leaguers, per source. — Mark Feinsand (@Feinsand) July 24, 2023 Colorado
In case you missed it yesterday, the Braves made several roster moves ahead of their series against the Red Sox, which included optioning Michael Soroka back to Gwinnett in favor of Yonny Chirinos. The #Braves today acquired RHP Yonny Chirinos off waivers from the Tampa Bay Rays and designated RHP Seth Elledge for assignment. Additionally,
Mark Feinsand of MLB.com recently went through every contender’s biggest need as the trade deadline approaches. Here’s what he had to say about the Braves: Braves: Starting pitching It’s hard to say Atlanta has any glaring need as the Braves cruise toward another division title, but the back end of the rotation behind Spencer Strider,
The Braves finally won a series in the second half of the season thanks to Ozzie Albies‘ heroics in the 8th inning, which triggered a flurry of roster moves. The primary addition is Yonny Chirinos, a reliever from the Rays that was DFA’d, but that was only the beginning. The Braves also DFA’d Seth Elledge
Following the Braves win over the Brewers, it was announced the team has claimed another reliever, Yonny Chirinos, off waivers from the Rays. Braves Claim Yonny Chirinos https://t.co/I5k8GcYORi pic.twitter.com/VLa4hmGB8A — MLB Trade Rumors (@mlbtraderumors) July 23, 2023 Chirinos has pitched in 15 games for the Rays this season, including four starts, amassing 62.2 innings with
Mike Petriello of MLB.com recently went through five under-the-radar trade targets as the deadline approaches. He also included potential suitors for each player on the list, and the Braves were named a fit for Chicago White Sox starting pitcher, Lance Lynn. Lance Lynn, SP, White Sox Look, if you’re going to be considered “under the
Mostly because of injuries, concern has been rising surrounding the Braves bullpen. They are currently missing four of their top guys. Nick Anderson is on the 60-day IL and may not return this season. Jesse Chavez may also not return. He’s still walking with a limp, and the Braves have announced that he will join
