Pirates trade former top Giants prospect Joey Bart to Braves
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Key Points:
- Joey Bart, a former top Giants prospect, has been traded from the Pittsburgh Pirates to the Atlanta Braves.
- Bart, originally from Buford, Georgia, was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft by the Giants but struggled to meet expectations due to injuries and early promotion.
- After a modest performance with the Pirates in 194 games, Bart has been sidelined since mid-May with a left foot infection and will continue his rehab in the Braves' minor league system.
- Playing time in Atlanta may be limited as the Braves have NL Rookie of the Year Drake Baldwin as their primary catcher.
- The trade brings Bart closer to home and reunites him with former Giants players now on the Braves roster.
