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MLB Rumors: Grading new trade fits for Shohei Ohtani, Braves, Willson Contreras

By Robert Murray

Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles Angels (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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Adam Duvall (14) advances home to score from a two-run home run against the Philadelphia Phillies in the fifth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-USA TODAY Sports /

MLB Rumors: Could the Braves trade for Adam Duvall for a third time?

Another trade deadline, another rumor connecting Adam Duvall to the Atlanta Braves.

And this rumor makes a lot of sense.

Sean McAdam of MassLive.com reported that the Braves are “said to have some interest in yet another reunion” with Duvall. The veteran outfielder, who is signed to a one-year, $7 million contract has an extensive history in Atlanta — he has been traded there twice — and also won a World Series with the team in 2021.

The Braves could use more veteran outfield depth and Duvall would make an ideal platoon partner with Eddie Rosario in left field. Duvall’s versatility could also allow the team to give days off to Michael Harris II and Ronald Acuña Jr. to ensure that they are fresh for the postseason.

It’s unclear what the Braves would have to part with in a potential deal, but as MLB Trade Rumors speculates, it’s possible that they could part with some of their bullpen depth to facilitate a trade. It just so happens that the Red Sox (like most teams) are searching for relievers.

The fit makes a lot of sense. I like it, personally, and Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos clearly likes Duvall.

Grading the fit: 8/10.

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