Braves trade catcher Jonah Heim to Athletics
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Key Points:
- The Atlanta Braves designated backup catcher Jonah Heim for assignment and traded him to the Athletics for cash considerations.
- Heim was removed from the 26-man roster as Sean Murphy is set to return from the injured list.
- Despite initial talks of carrying three catchers, the Braves prioritized addressing injuries in the outfield, leading to Heim's departure.
- Heim posted a .231/.311/.410 slash line with a 99 wRC+ in 45 plate appearances while backing up Drake Baldwin recently.
- The Braves will likely rely on Chadwick Tromp from Triple-A Gwinnett as the backup catcher if Baldwin or Murphy gets injured.
