Summary
The Atlanta Braves are considering a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers to acquire pitcher Freddy Peralta. In exchange for Peralta, the Braves would trade three players: JR Ritchie, Alex Lodise, and Jhancarlos Lara. Peralta has an expiring contract, so the Braves would need to decide if they can extend his contract before making the trade.
Key Facts
- The Atlanta Braves need more depth in their pitching staff.
- Injuries have been a problem for the Braves' pitchers over the last two years.
- The proposed trade involves the Braves getting pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers.
- In exchange, the Braves would send JR Ritchie, Alex Lodise, and Jhancarlos Lara to the Brewers.
- Freddy Peralta's contract will expire soon.
- JR Ritchie is a highly-rated prospect, ranked 94th currently.
- The Braves need to be confident they can extend Peralta's contract if they make the trade.
- Losing Ritchie would be significant for the Braves due to his potential as a top pitcher.
