Summary
The Atlanta Braves traded infielder Brett Wisely and pitcher Ken Waldichuk to the Tampa Bay Rays. This move was part of a deal that gained the Braves cash considerations or a player to be named later. Both players may have a chance to compete for roster spots with the Rays in spring training.
Key Facts
- The Braves traded Brett Wisely and Ken Waldichuk to the Rays.
- The Rays gave the Braves cash or a player to be named later in return.
- Wisely played four games for the Braves and got on base with three walks.
- Waldichuk has not pitched in the major leagues since 2023 due to an injury.
- Both players were on the edge of the Braves' 40-man roster.
- The Rays had drafted Wisely in 2019 before he joined the Giants.
- Waldichuk was part of a major trade deal when the Yankees acquired Frankie Montas.