Braves acquire pitcher Tyler Mahle from Giants

The Atlanta Braves announced the acquisition of right-handed pitcher Tyler Mahle, 31, from the San Francisco Giants on Sunday night.3 The Giants confirmed the trade, which was reported by both clubs.3 Mahle has a 3-9 record and a 5.13 earned run average this season, with 89 strikeouts in 91 innings pitched.3

The trade occurred hours before the MLB trade deadline, which was set for 4 p.m. ET on Sunday.2 The New York Post reported that the Giants' trade deadline activity suggested a sell-off was underway.2 The Giants had not made any other moves by the time Mahle was traded, according to the Post.2

The Giants' president of baseball operations, Buster Posey, and executives were present at Oracle Park in San Francisco on Sunday.1 The Giants' dugout in San Diego showed no activity during the team's game on Sunday afternoon.1