Braves trade for Lane Thomas, Reynaldo Lopez to hit IL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:01 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Atlanta Braves made a trade on Saturday, acquiring outfielder Lane Thomas and pitcher Bailey Falter from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for Lucas Braun and Carter Holton. Thomas is expected to serve as a platoon outfielder and pinch hitter, while Falter could be a bullpen option. Reynaldo Lopez was scratched from his scheduled start due to a knee injury and is likely to go on the injured list after further imaging. In another development, first-round pick AJ Gracia will undergo season-ending surgery for a torn labrum. The Braves' recent performance includes a strong 8-3 victory over the Nationals.
- •Braves acquire Lane Thomas and Bailey Falter from the Royals.
- •Reynaldo Lopez scratched from start, expected to go on IL.
- •AJ Gracia to undergo season-ending surgery.
- •Braves defeat Nationals 8-3 in recent game.
- 4:01 AMYahoo Sports — Braves News: Lane Thomas trade, Reynaldo Lopez injury, much more
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