MLB Trade Deadline Recap: Braves Acquire Iglesias, Padres Land Soto
Historic Juan Soto Deal Headlines Busy Deadline Day
The 2022 MLB trade deadline passed with a flurry of activity, highlighted by the blockbuster deal that sent Juan Soto from the Nationals to the Padres. The Braves also made a notable move, acquiring Raisel Iglesias from the Angels.
Braves Bolster Bullpen with Iglesias Addition
The Braves added to their bullpen depth by acquiring Iglesias from the Angels in exchange for two pitchers. Iglesias is a veteran closer with a track record of success, and his addition should help bolster the Braves' relief corps.
Padres Make Splash with Soto Acquisition
The Padres made the biggest splash of the deadline by acquiring Soto from the Nationals. Soto is one of the best young players in baseball, and his addition gives the Padres a legitimate chance to compete for a World Series title.
Other Notable Trades
In addition to the Braves and Padres, several other teams made significant trades before the deadline. The Red Sox acquired outfielder Tommy Pham from the Reds, while the Yankees added reliever Clay Holmes from the Pirates.
Looking Ahead to the Postseason
The MLB trade deadline has passed, but the excitement is far from over. The postseason race is heating up, and the teams that made the biggest moves at the deadline will be hoping their acquisitions can help them make a run at the World Series.
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