Reynaldo López Traded to Washington Nationals
Atlanta Braves Acquire Relief Pitcher From Chicago White Sox
The Atlanta Braves have acquired relief pitcher Reynaldo López from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for cash considerations, the teams announced on Wednesday. López, 28, was designated for assignment by the White Sox on Tuesday after posting a 5.08 ERA in 40 appearances this season.
López is a former top prospect who has struggled to live up to expectations in recent years. He was once considered one of the best pitching prospects in baseball, but he has never been able to consistently harness his electric stuff. López has a career ERA of 4.98 in 166 appearances, including 103 starts.
The Braves are hoping that a change of scenery will help López rediscover his old form. He has a chance to earn a spot in the Braves' bullpen, which is in need of some reinforcements. The Braves have struggled to get consistent production from their relievers this season, and López could provide them with a much-needed boost.
López Expected to Join Braves Bullpen
López is expected to join the Braves bullpen immediately. He will likely be used in a variety of roles, including as a setup man or closer. López has experience closing games, and he could be a valuable asset to the Braves in that role.
The Braves are hoping that López can be a key contributor to their bullpen down the stretch. The team is currently in first place in the NL East, and they are looking to make a deep run in the playoffs. López could be a valuable weapon for the Braves in their quest for a World Series title.
Washington Nationals Acquire Cash Considerations
The Washington Nationals acquired cash considerations in the trade. The Nationals are rebuilding, and they are not expected to compete for a playoff spot this season. The team is likely to continue to trade away veterans for prospects in the coming weeks and months.
The Nationals have a number of young pitchers in their system, and they are hoping to develop them into future stars. The team is also looking to add some more bats to their lineup, and they could use the cash considerations they acquired in the López trade to sign a free agent or make another trade.
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