Braves eye trade for AJ Minter as bullpen needs lefty option
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Atlanta Braves are considering a trade for left-handed reliever AJ Minter from the New York Mets. The Braves released Aaron Bummer due to performance issues and require another reliable lefty in their bullpen. Currently, Dylan Lee is the only dependable left-handed option available, while Dodd has been used in less critical situations. Minter, on a $22 million contract, could provide a strong late-inning option for Atlanta if acquired. A trade between the division rivals is less common but may be viable.
- •Braves released reliever Aaron Bummer due to performance decline.
- •Dylan Lee remains the only effective left-handed option in bullpen.
- •AJ Minter recently activated by Mets, making trade unusual.
- •Braves are looking to bolster their bullpen ahead of the trade deadline.
- •Minter could be key for late-inning relief if acquired.
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Braves-Mets trade pitch sends $22M World Series champion reliever to Atlanta in unusual move
"The Braves need another lefty out of the bullpen after parting ways with Aaron Bummer. They could trade for a familiar face in a rivalry trade that rarely ever happens.
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