Braves GM’s have never very adept at spin, which I’d argue is a byproduct of arrogance. I’m John Schuerholz, and if I say Scott Thorman is a top prospect, he’s a top prospect.
But listening to Coppy attempt to justify the Andrelton trade gives me a new appreciation for his predecessors.
DOB just published Coppy’s full explanation of the trade, which only makes me hate it more. I suspect you’ll feel the same.
A sampling:
Why make the trade now?
I mean, if you feel like you have a chance to get special talent, you can’t shy away from it.