Braves Rumors: 3 Colorado Rockies players to target at the trade deadline
By Kevin Henry
The Atlanta Braves will be making some moves at the upcoming MLB trade deadline. Could some of the help come from the Colorado Rockies?
With the Rockies and Braves squaring off this weekend at Truist Park, it’s a good chance for Atlanta to get an up close and personal look at some of the Colorado players who could make an impact for them in a potential trade.
Yes, the Rockies should actually be active at the MLB trade deadline, especially with some players performing well and on expiring contracts. With that in mind, let’s look at three possible trade candidates for the Braves to consider.
Atlanta Braves rumors: Randal Grichuk of the Colorado Rockies
Grichuk is in the final year of a five-year, $52 million deal and should be one of the players the Rockies move at the trade deadline. The 31-year-old outfielder is in the midst of a solid season, slashing .307/.373/.438 with an OPS+ of 110. As will be the case with the Rockies, Braves fans will want to know what he has done away from Coors Field … and Grichuk has put together good numbers on the road this season, slashing .262/.329/.354 with more home runs (one … yes, he doesn’t hit for a lot of power) and RBI (nine on the road versus five in Denver).
He didn’t make his season debut until April 29 because of offseason because of hernia surgery, but he is fully healthy and making an impact in the Colorado lineup. He’s also had a reputation for his outfield defense, and he’s done a more than adequate job roaming the vast outfield in Denver.
Grichuk can play all three outfield positions, making him a versatile option for the Braves.