On Friday afternoon, the Atlanta Braves announced that they had acquired right-hander Victor Mederos from the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for international bonus pool money. He was immediately optioned to Triple-A Gwinnett, and to make room on the roster, fellow righty AJ Smith-Shawver was transferred to the 60-day injured list.
Mederos only has 12 big league games under his belt, each with the Angels. In those 12 games, he’s given up 24 runs, issued 21 walks, and struck out 22. Though not a blockbuster move for Atlanta, Mederos can provide some depth, should the pitching staff continue to be riddled with injury.
As for Smith-Shawver, the move was expected as he continues to recover from Tommy John surgery, which he underwent in June 2025.
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MLB News:
San Francisco Giants reliever Jose Butto has been diagnosed with a blood clot in his throwing arm and underwent a procedure to remove it. There’s not yet a timeline for his return.
Chicago Cubs right-hander Cade Horton exited Friday’s start with wrist discomfort and will be placed on the injured list. He is headed for imaging.
Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jordan Lawlar will miss six to eight weeks with a wrist fracture. He has been placed on the 10-day IL.
The Boston Red Sox placed righty John Oviedo on the 15-day injured list with an elbow strain. Tyler Urberstine has been recalled to make his major league debut.
