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sports1 year ago

Cubs Go All-In with Blockbuster Kyle Tucker Trade

The Chicago Cubs have acquired All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros in exchange for Isaac Paredes, Hayden Wesneski, and prospect Cam Smith. Tucker, excited to join the Cubs, will serve as the everyday right fielder, while the team plans to trade Cody Bellinger. This move has energized the Cubs' fanbase, and Tucker's presence is expected to be a significant boost for the team, with hopes of retaining him beyond his current contract, which ends next year.

via Cubbies Crib|
#baseball#chicagocubs#jedhoyer
sports1 year ago

Yankees Boost Bullpen with Devin Williams Trade from Brewers

The New York Yankees have acquired star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for left-hander Nestor Cortes, infield prospect Caleb Durbin, and $2 million in cash. Both Williams and Cortes are entering their final seasons of club control, with Williams known for his dominant "Airbender" changeup despite recent injury concerns. The Brewers, operating on a tight budget, gain a solid mid-rotation arm in Cortes and a promising infield prospect in Durbin, who could fill infield gaps following Willy Adames' departure.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#brewers#devinwilliams#mlbtrade
sports2 years ago

"Chris Sale Embraces New Chapter with Braves, Reflects on Red Sox Past and Excitement for Future"

Chris Sale, a seven-time All-Star pitcher, reflected on his tenure with the Boston Red Sox, acknowledging both high points, such as his 2017 performance and 2018 World Series win, and the struggles with injuries towards the end. Despite a challenging end to his time in Boston, Sale expressed gratitude for the support he received from the team. His six-year stint with the Red Sox concluded with a trade to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for prospect Vaughn Grissom. Sale remains appreciative of his experiences in Boston as he begins a new chapter with the Braves, where he has signed a two-year contract.

via NESN|
##atlantabraves#baseball
sports2 years ago

"Chris Sale Joins Braves with a 2-Year, $38M Deal After Reflecting on Red Sox Tenure"

Chris Sale approved a trade from the Boston Red Sox to the Atlanta Braves, citing a desire to put himself and his family in a good situation, including being in Florida for spring training and playing for a competitive team. He acknowledged his struggles with injuries during his tenure with the Red Sox and felt he owed the organization for their support, despite not living up to his own expectations. Sale signed a two-year extension with the Braves and expressed gratitude for his time in Boston, especially the 2018 World Series win. The Red Sox received infielder Vaughn Grissom in return for Sale.

via Boston.com|
##atlantabraves#baseball
sports2 years ago

"Braves Bolster Rotation with Surprise Acquisition of All-Star Chris Sale from Red Sox"

The Boston Red Sox, led by chief baseball officer Craig Breslow, traded pitcher Chris Sale to the Atlanta Braves for infielder Vaughn Grissom. Breslow believes the trade, which also included cash considerations, benefits the Red Sox in the long term and provides Grissom, a dynamic athlete with a strong minor league track record, six years of team control. Sale waived his no-trade clause, seeing potential for another World Series with the Braves. Breslow hinted at more potential moves, emphasizing the need for quality starting pitching and the willingness to trade young prospects to achieve this goal.

via Boston.com|
##chrissale#craigbreslow