Atlanta Braves Linked to Trade for Miami Marlins Ace

THE Atlanta Braves, under manager Brian Snitker, are on a winning streak, triumphing in their last two series, and they got off to a good start with an 8-1 victory Friday night against the New York Yankees.

The Atlanta front office has been the subject of many player links recently, but according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, this potential acquisition could be the biggest yet, potentially shaping the Braves’ future.

Heyman lists the Braves as a potential landing spot for starting pitcher Jesús Luzardo of the Miami Marlins.

The Marlins Jesús Luzardo could be a staple in the Braves rotation for years.

The 6’0 left-hander from the Miami Marlins didn’t have the best season. The 26-year-old is 3-6 this year on a struggling Marlins team in the midst of a fire sale. As we all know, the Marlins have been third or worse in the NL East for many years, and it’s sometimes difficult for players to shine in that losing environment – ​​ask the Braves’ current designated hitter about that, Marcell Ozuna. At the top of his game, Luzardo is one of the best pitchers in the league.

It’s a testament to the Atlanta Braves that players seem to be playing better in Atlanta than before they were acquired. Add Jarred Kelenic to that long list.

With his youth and favorable contract control (2.5 additional years of club control), the Peruvian native could be destined for a big payday in arbitration with a solid second half of 2024. This trade doesn’t just make sense for the Braves this season. but also for solidifying the starting rotation for years, potentially with a new contract, especially since he was one of the players in the league. most dominant pitchers barely a year ago.