It has been a quiet trade deadline day for the Atlanta Braves so far but they have a couple of relievers that could be on the move before today’s 4 p.m. deadline.
Jim Johnson is not the only Braves reliever and who might be moved today. Hunter Cervenka is also drawing some interest.
— Mark Bowman (@mlbbowman) August 1, 2016
Johnson has performed well since returning from the disabled list in early June. He was 1-1 with five saves and a 2.53 ERA in 11 appearances last month. The Mets were one team that reportedly had shown interest in Johnson.
#Mets will only be getting Bruce from #Reds, no relievers. They have spoken to #braves about Jim Johnson
— Joel Sherman (@Joelsherman1) August 1, 2016
Cervenka has posted a 3.41 ERA in 47 appearances for the Braves this season and is holding left-handed hitters to just a .161 average this season.
#Orioles #Marlins could look to someone such as #Braves LH Hunter Cervenka
— Joel Sherman (@Joelsherman1) August 1, 2016
The Braves have a number of players on their roster that could be in play before the deadline but for the most part, things seem to be pretty quiet around the club.