According to the report, his decision was due to concerns about COVID-19. Though Simmons did not specifically mention COVID-19 in his statement to the Times, he did confirm he’s opting out of the season.

Why did Andrelton Simmons leave the Braves?

According to the report, his decision was due to concerns about COVID-19. Though Simmons did not specifically mention COVID-19 in his statement to the Times, he did confirm he’s opting out of the season.

Who did the Braves trade for in 2021?

The Braves acquired Joc Pederson from the Cubs on July 15, yet they were orbiting around . 500 and grasping for more help to stay in a tight NL East race. As the Deadline neared on July 30, Atlanta dealt for Jorge Soler from Kansas City, Eddie Rosario from Cleveland and Adam Duvall from Miami.

Who did the Angels trade for Simmons?

Atlanta Braves traded Andrelton Simmons and Jose Briceno to Anaheim Angels in exchange for Erick Aybar, Sean Newcomb, Chris Ellis and cash.

Who did the Diamondbacks get for Dansby Swanson?

On Dec. 9, 2015, Arizona traded Ender Inciarte, Aaron Blair and Dansby Swanson to the Braves for Shelby Miller and Gabe Speier in what has become one of the worst trades in Diamondbacks history. Miller never panned out in Arizona, going 5-18 with a 6.35 ERA in three seasons with the Diamondbacks.

Who did the Braves get for Andrelton Simmons?

The Atlanta Braves have traded shortstop Andrelton Simmons to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for pitchers Sean Newcomb and Chris Ellis as well as shortstop Erick Aybar. Also going to Anaheim is catcher Jose Briceno.

Who has Andrelton Simmons played for?

Chicago CubsAndrelton Simmons / Current team (#19 / Shortstop)

Who got traded to the Braves?

The Braves have completed a trade with the Oakland Athletics that sends star first baseman Matt Olson to Atlanta for four prospects, including outfielder Cristian Pache and catcher Shea Langeliers. The trade has been announced and is official.

Who just signed with the Braves?

The Braves have signed six players, including Jansen, since MLB’s lockout ended last week. He joins Eddie Rosario, Collin McHugh, Tyler Thornburg, Alex Dickerson and Matt Olson as the team’s newest additions.

Who did the Braves trade Justin Upton for?

The trade: Eleven months after former Braves general manager Frank Wren acquired slugger Justin Upton in a trade from Arizona, the Braves’ new regime headed by Coppolella and John Hart traded Upton to San Diego along with minor league pitcher Aaron Northcraft on Dec.

Did Ender Inciarte get traded?

Atlanta traded [RHP Shelby] Miller and Minor League reliever Gabe Speier to Arizona in exchange for outfielder Ender Inciarte, right-hander Aaron Blair and shortstop Dansby Swanson, who was the top overall selection in the 2015 Draft.

How did the Braves get Dansby Swanson?

Dansby Swanson Trades & Transactions Selected by Colorado Rockies in the 38th round of the free-agent draft. Atlanta Braves traded Shelby Miller and Gabe Speier to Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for Ender Inciarte, Aaron Blair and Dansby Swanson.

What brothers played for the Braves?

Upton has played with his brother, Justin Upton, as members of the Atlanta Braves and San Diego Padres. They are the only two brothers in MLB history to be selected in the No.