Braves acquire Tyler Mahle from Giants ahead of trade deadline

The Atlanta Braves added Tyler Mahle to their rotation, acquiring the right-hander from the San Francisco Giants on August 5, 2026. Mahle has struggled this season with a 5.13 ERA but performed well in July, posting a 2.82 ERA across four starts. The Braves aimed for a frontline starter but instead secured a backend option to address their rotation depth amid injury challenges. The deal involved sending minor league reliever Anthony Molina to the Giants.

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