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Atlanta Braves acquire Tyler Moore from Washington Nationals

Moore cleared waivers last week, and was traded to the Braves on Sunday.

The Atlanta Braves announced immediately following Sunday afternoon's contest against the Washington Nationals that the two teams had agreed to swap minor leaguers.

Atlanta acquired Tyler Moore in exchange for Nate Freiman, as Moore is likely viewed as a more reliable option at first base should Freddie Freeman's wrist grow worrisome once again this season.

Moore was placed on waivers last week, and cleared them, as the Nationals outrighted him to AAA Syracuse. He has played parts of the last four seasons in Washington, compiling a career batting average of .