According to MLB insider Robert Murray, the Braves have signed outfielder Leury Garcia to a minor-league contract. Outfielder Leury Garcia is in agreement on a minor-league contract with the Atlanta Braves, source said. The deal includes an invite to spring training. — Robert Murray (@ByRobertMurray) December 6, 2023 Garcia has 10 MLB seasons under his
The Rule 5 Draft took place today, and the Braves did not take anybody in the major-league portion, which isn’t much of a surprise. However, they did select left-handed pitcher Tyler Thomas from the Mets in the minor-league Rule 5 Draft. The Braves took LHP Tyler Thomas from the Mets Double A roster in the
The Braves have been linked to Dylan Cease for weeks now, and it seems probable that he will be dealt before the start of the season as the White Sox enter a rebuild. Dylan Cease would be a home run acquisition for Alex Anthopoulos. Despite an up-and-down season in 2023, he has the stuff of
There’s been a lot of talk recently surrounding the potential trade of White Sox ace Dylan Cease. The Braves have consistently been mentioned as possible suitors, but he’s far from the only noteworthy name on the market. Most industry experts believe there is nearly a 100% chance Tyler Glasnow is traded before the start of
Last night, Justin Toscano of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that Max Fried and his representatives discussed a potential contract extension with the Braves, but the two sides could not come to an agreement and those talks are not currently ongoing. “According to a person with knowledge of the situation, the Braves and Fried’s camp had
Jeff Passan dropped another late night bomb involving the Braves Tuesday night, reporting they have traded left-handed pitcher Marco Gonzales to the Pirates for a player to be named later. The Pittsburgh Pirates are acquiring left-handed starter Marco Gonzales in a trade from the Atlanta Braves, sources tell ESPN. The Braves will send cash to
Braves fans have watched fan favorites walk in each of the last two offseasons. Freddie Freeman walked the winter after the Braves reached the pinnacle of the sport, defeating the Astros in the 2021 World Series. It’s a sting that some fans still haven’t gotten over, and last offseason, Dansby Swanson inked a massive deal
The Braves have been connected to a number of starting pitchers this offseason. The first notable name was Aaron Nola. The club reportedly went after the long-time Phillies starting pitcher but ultimately lost out to their division rival, who re-upped with Philadelphia, inking a seven-year deal. The Braves’ focus then reportedly turned to Sonny Gray,
MLB insiders have gone back and forth regarding the Braves’ level of interest in Shohei Ohtani. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi has reported several times that Alex Anthopoulos remains engaged in talks with Ohtani and his representatives. Most recently, he said, “The Braves cannot be overlooked in the Ohtani sweepstakes.” Sources: Braves are among the teams
Earlier today, it was announced that Ben Heller signed a minor-league pact with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Now, Ken Rosenthal is reporting that Kirby Yates is finalizing a deal to join the Texas Rangers. Free-agent reliever Kirby Yates in agreement with Rangers on one-year contract, pending physical, source tells @TheAthletic. — Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) December 5,
