MLB Trade Rumors

An MRI revealed that Ronald Acuna Jr. has some irritation in his right meniscus, according to multiple Braves beat writers (including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Justin Toscano).  Acuna is expected to be ready for Opening Day, though he will visit Dr. Neal ElAttrache in two days for further examination of his knee. Everything seems precautionary at this point, and … [Read more...] about Ronald Acuna Jr. Dealing With Meniscus Irritation

The Chris Sale-for-Vaughn Grissom trade between the Braves and Red Sox caught many in baseball by surprise, including Sale himself.  The veteran southpaw related in a recent appearance on the “Baseball Isn’t Boring” podcast (hat tip to WEEI.com’s Rob Bradford) that being dealt “wasn’t even in the realm of possibilities.  That wasn’t even a thought that crossed my mind” heading … [Read more...] about AL East Notes: Sale, Tiedemann, Ramirez

After his recovery from Tommy John surgery necessitated a move to first base last season, Bryce Harper took well enough to his new position that the Phillies announced in November that Harper would be their regular first baseman in 2024 and beyond.  The two-time NL MVP spoke to reporters (including The Athletic’s Matt Gelb) about the situation today, saying “I wanted them to … [Read more...] about NL East Notes: Harper, Sale, Crick

The Marlins kicked off Spring Training with a potential injury scare in the rotation, as Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald relays that, per manager Skip Schumaker, southpaw Braxton Garrett is dealing with “general soreness” in his left shoulder. While shoulder injuries are among the more concerning ailments for pitchers, Schumaker made clear that Garrett hasn’t been shut … [Read more...] about NL East Notes: Garrett, Wheeler, Robles, Matzek

Left-hander A.J. Minter is now a year away from free agency but he tells Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he hasn’t heard from the Braves about an extension, though the Excel Sports Management client would like to stay. “No,” Minter said. “I mean, obviously, who wouldn’t want to play in Atlanta? Atlanta, in my opinion, right now it’s the best organization … [Read more...] about Minter: No Extension Talks With Braves