The Atlanta Braves parted ways with one World Series-winning former Houston Astros relief pitcher in the first week of the 2025 regular season, but they are now ready to take a flier on another. The 2021 and 2022 champions, respectively, completed a trade on Tuesday, hopeful they can turn their fortunes around early in the campaign.
Houston is sending right-hander Rafael Montero and cash considerations to Atlanta for a player to be named later, per the team's X account. The 34-year-old, who was a former top prospect with the New York Mets, is 22-28 with a 4.