The Los Angeles Angels remained aggressive Thursday, acquiring veteran second baseman Brandon Phillips in a trade with the Atlanta Braves, per Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
According to Mark Bowman of MLB.com, the Braves will receive minor league catcher Tony Sanchez.
Los Angeles also announced a trade for Justin Upton from the Detroit Tigers earlier Thursday.
Aug. 31 represents the last day for clubs to add players who can be eligible for the playoffs. With the Angels sitting just 1.