The biggest storyline for the Atlanta Braves this week continues to be the recent acquisition of catcher Sean Murphy, in a three-team trade between the Oakland A’s, Milwaukee Brewers, and Braves. The trade sent LHP Kyle Muller, catcher Manny Piña, and two others to the A’s. The Brewers received catcher William Contreras and a right-handed pitcher.
Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos spoke with the media following the trade. Anthopoulos confirmed that while the club had checked in on Murphy ahead of the Winter Meetings, there were no true engagements.
“This Saturday, the Murphy scenario popped up in a three-way.