Braves Trade Bid for Nootbaar | Atlanta Braves News

The Braves are trading pitcher Hurston Waldrep to the Cardinals for Lars Nootbaar, a consistent on-base threat who could instantly upgrade Atlanta’s struggling offense. With Profar suspended and Acuña sidelined, Nootbaar slots perfectly into the lineup while giving the Braves depth and production. Though fans may balk at parting with Waldrep, his recent demotion to Triple-A signals he’s not a top priority — and Nootbaar’s immediate impact could be worth it. For St. Louis, the deal clears space for top prospect Jordan Walker and brings in a high-upside arm, balancing short-term needs with long-term growth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/189666d3150e2e90