Atlanta Braves News: Atlanta Acquires Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson, Reynaldo Lopez Remains Day-to-Day, More

On the field Monday, the Braves suffered another frustrating loss in the series opener against the Brewers.

Off the field, Alex Anthopoulos brings back some familiar names, including outfielder Jorge Soler to help address some of the Braves’ offensive needs. The Braves acquired Soler and Luke Jackson from the Giants while sending Tyler Matzek to the Giants in the trade. Beyond Soler’s offensive potential, the Braves also managed to keep the prospect’s cost down by taking nearly all of Soler’s contacts. That could open up the Braves to make some additional moves on Tuesday.

Adding Soler may seem like an odd move, as he is primarily a designated hitter and is owed a lot of money for each of the next two seasons. However, Soler is a solid baserunner who also offers tremendous power potential. While he wasn’t as good in 2024 as he was in 2023, he did produce some excellent offense in July. As a result, Anthopolous really likes to bring back names that have had success on his teams. And with Soler, he now adds another impact hitter who has added value in both the regular season and the playoffs.

Braves News

The other big and very positive news of the day was that Reynaldo Lopez had a clean MRI after his injury on Sunday. Brian Snitker added that Lopez could even start in his next game.

To continue this positive momentum, the Braves will return to Comcast on August 1.

The Braves returned Darius Vines to Atlanta early Monday. However, after pitching in the game against the Brewers, Vines was designated for assignment as part of the Soler and Jackson acquisition.

Atlanta is one of several teams that appear interested in acquiring White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet.

Jeff Passan analyzes the Braves’ acquisition of Soler as they try to recapture the magic that led to their 2021 World Series title.

Justin Toscano looks back on an emotional day for Grant Holmes, who made his first major league start Monday. Toscano also provides more details on Soler’s return to Atlanta.

Mark Bowman suggests the Braves have confidence in Soler to find the same success this season as he did in 2021 with Atlanta.

David Obrien provides more details on the trade and how Atlanta truly rebuilds the group going into 2021.

MLB News

The Astros acquired starter Yusei Kikuchi from the Blue Jays on Monday.

Milwaukee continued to bolster its pitching staff by trading for Reds starter Frankie Months.

The Dodgers were busy Monday, bringing in Tommy Edman in a three-team deal and trading for Amed Rosario for a second straight season.

Bobby Witt Jr. continued his incredible second half of the season with a grand slam in the Royals’ victory on Monday.

Paul Skenes recorded his 100th strikeout in historic fashion Monday, the latest proof of his rookie’s incredible season.

The Pirates, Yankees and Astros remain interested in Rays first baseman Yandy Diaz.

The White Sox appear unlikely to part ways with star outfielder Luis Robert at the trade deadline.

The Pirates acquired Jalen Beeks from the Rockies and Nick Yorke from Boston.

The Mariners traded Justin Turner from the Blue Jays.

The Guardians traded outfielder Lane Thomas from the Nationals.

The Royals traded starter Michael Lorenzen from the Rangers.