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MLB rumors: Cody Bellinger suitors, Braves offseason target, Astros priority

By Zach Pressnell

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 07: Cody Bellinger #24 of the Chicago Cubs hits a RBI single during the fifth inning of the game am at Citi Field on August 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 07: Cody Bellinger #24 of the Chicago Cubs hits a RBI single during the fifth inning of the game am at Citi Field on August 07, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images) /
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Aug 7, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar (51) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at PNC Park. The Pirates won 7-6. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 7, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar (51) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the ninth inning at PNC Park. The Pirates won 7-6. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

MLB Rumors: Bravescould pursue a trade for David Bednar in the offseason

David Bednar encompasses the entire city of Pittsburgh and he’s given them a reliable closer over his tenure with the Pirates. But the Pirates remain in turmoil, rebuilding their roster from the ground up. Bednar remains under contract through 2026, giving him more value to the team and the trade market right now than he’ll ever have.

A potential trade was discussed for David Bednar in the middle of the trade deadline hysteria, but nothing ever came together for a deal. With that being said, a potential trade will more than likely be discussed and even come to fruition in the offseason, as noted by Zachary D. Rymer of Bleacher Report.

One suitor who could definitely provide the prospect capital for Bednar is the Atlanta Braves. This is the exact kind of move that could elevate the Braves to nearly untouchable.

The Braves could be willing to move some of their position player prospects because of their controllable depth at the major league level. Adding Bednar would solidify the backend of the bullpen for the next few years. Alex Anthopolous is a magician when it comes to making trades and he very well could work his magic with the Pirates front office this offseason.

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