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The Atlanta Braves have made their third trade ahead of Monday's deadline, announcing a deal that sends infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for left-handed reliever Brent Suter.
Suter, who has posted a 4.12 ERA with a 1-2 record across 41 appearances, including three starts, is expected to provide depth to the Braves' bullpen. The southpaw made his Major League debut in 2016 with the Milwaukee Brewers, where he spent seven seasons before moving to the Colorado Rockies in 2023 and the Cincinnati Reds in 2024 and 2025.
A native of Cincinnati and a Harvard graduate, Suter has amassed 389 career MLB appearances, maintaining a solid 1.23 WHIP throughout his tenure. His addition brings a veteran presence to the Braves' relief corps.
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Alvarez, who was optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett, recorded a .236 batting average with two home runs and 21 RBIs over 144 at-bats in 37 games. The Angels will be acquiring a young infielder with potential, though his recent performance suggests room for development.
This trade follows the Braves' earlier deals on Sunday, which involved acquiring right-handed pitcher relievers from the Marlins and Rangers. The team has been active in bolstering its roster as the trade deadline approaches, with a focus on strengthening the bullpen.
Originally reported by ajc.