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Braves Acquire Two-Time All-Star José Berríos in $33 Million Trade Deal

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Major Pitching Move Shakes Up NL East Race

The Atlanta Braves have strengthened their playoff hopes by acquiring veteran pitcher José Berríos from the Toronto Blue Jays. Sources confirm the deal includes $33 million in salary coverage and two top prospects heading to Toronto.

Braves Secure 2x All-Star José Berríos in $33M Trade with Blue Jays

Trade Breakdown

To Atlanta: RHP José Berríos (31 years old)
To Toronto:
- RHP Owen Murphy (MLB's #42 prospect)
- 3B Nacho Alvarez (AA batting .289/18 HR)
- $33 million salary coverage

Contract Details

Berríos' remaining contract:

2 years/$36 million remaining
Braves assume $33 million
Blue Jays pay $3 million

What Berríos Brings to Atlanta

The Puerto Rican right-hander joins a rotation needing Stability:

2024 stats: 3.60 ERA, 153 Ks in 192.1 innings
Post-All-Star Break 2024: 2.95 ERA in 12 starts
Forms new "Big Three" with Strider and Sale

Toronto's Long-Term Strategy

The Blue Jays continue rebuilding through:

Murphy's potential: Mid-90s fastball, plus curveball
Alvarez's infield depth: Power-hitting third baseman
Financial flexibility: $33 million relief

Expert Perspectives

ESPN's Jeff Passan notes: "This deal works for both clubs. Atlanta gets October-tested pitching while Toronto adds young talent without salary headaches. Berríos' inning-eating ability could be the difference in tight playoff games."