Braves general manager reflects on failed Jacob deGrom trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:39 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Atlanta Braves aimed to improve their roster before the 2026 MLB trade deadline but faced criticism for a lack of major moves. General manager Alex Anthopoulos had reportedly made significant progress in talks with the Texas Rangers to acquire pitcher Jacob deGrom, who ultimately exercised his no-trade clause. While the Braves brought in outfielder Lane Thomas and pitcher Tyler Mahle, the absence of deGrom is now seen as a potential blessing, given he is currently dealing with triceps fatigue. This outcome may have alleviated concerns over deGrom's health impacting the Braves' postseason aspirations.
- •Braves received Lane Thomas and Tyler Mahle at the trade deadline
- •Anthopoulos confirmed trade talks for Jacob deGrom
- •DeGrom's no-trade clause put an end to the deal
- •DeGrom currently dealing with triceps fatigue
- •Mahle has pitched well since joining Atlanta
- 3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Braves' failed trade for Rangers' Jacob DeGrom just became GM Alex Anthopoulos' biggest blessing
"The Atlanta Braves had a bad trade deadline to some standards. However, one move that never happen is looking like the greatest thing that never happened.
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