Jacob deGrom blocks potential trade from Rangers to Braves

The Atlanta Braves reached a tentative trade agreement with the Texas Rangers to acquire pitcher Jacob deGrom before the deadline. The proposed deal involved the Atlanta Braves sending Spencer Strider to Texas, according to reports. However, deGrom exercised his no-trade clause to prevent the move from being completed. Atlanta sought the deal to address pitching rotation concerns while struggling to keep players healthy throughout the season. Spencer Strider has been sidelined since June due to inflammation and prior surgical history, including Tommy John and UCL operations. The failed trade highlights the internal organizational assessment of Spencer Strider's long-term durability and the Atlanta Braves' willingness to move the former ace.

• 4:10 PMYahoo Sports — Braves reportedly attempted to trade $75M injury-prone starter for Rangers' Jacob DeGrom