Affected by Altitude: Pierce Johnson Traded to the Braves Reaction

The Colorado Rockies have traded reliever Pierce Johnson to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for minor league pitching prospects Victor Vodnik and Tanner Gordon, according to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. In return, the Rockies have received a pair of intriguing prospects. Both pitchers are right-handed and rank among the Braves’ top 30 prospects for MLB Pipeline, with Vodnik ranking 10th and Gordon at 26th. Skyler Timmins breaks down the trade details and what this could mean for the Rockies activity in the coming days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices