The Atlanta Braves have made a move to clarify their bullpen situation, trading Angel Perdomo to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for a Player To Be Named Later or cash considerations ¹ ² ³. Perdomo had been competing for a spot in the Braves’ bullpen during spring training, but it appears he didn’t quite make the cut.
The Braves’ decision to trade Perdomo wasn’t entirely surprising, given that he’s out of minor league options and the team already has two left-handed relievers, Aaron Bummer and Dylan Lee, who are likely to make the roster ¹ ². Perdomo’s performance during spring training was decent, with a 2.16 ERA in 8.1 innings, but the Braves apparently didn’t see enough to keep him on board ⁴.
The trade opens up a spot on the Braves’ roster, which could potentially go to another reliever or even a starter. The team has been considering carrying an extra starter who could serve as a long man in the bullpen ³.
As for Perdomo, he’ll now have a chance to make the Angels’ roster, which is somewhat lacking in proven bullpen arms behind closer Kenley Jansen ⁵.
Angel Perdomo’s time with the Atlanta Braves has come to an end. Despite having a decent spring training, with six strikeouts and a pair of runs conceded over 7.1 innings, the Braves have decided to trade him to the Los Angeles Angels.
Perdomo’s journey back from Tommy John surgery, which cut his 2023 season short and forced him to miss the entire 2024 season, was a significant factor in the Braves’ decision. Although he was in the mix for a bullpen spot, being a lefty, the Braves ultimately chose to part ways with him due to his lack of options.
With Perdomo out of the picture, the Braves’ bullpen is shaping up to feature Aaron Bumner and Dylan Lee as the primary left-handed options. The trade was likely motivated by the desire to receive some value for Perdomo, rather than losing him for nothing.
The details of the trade, including the Player To Be Named Later (PTBNL) or potential cash considerations, remain unclear. Interestingly, this isn’t the first time the Braves have made a deal with the Angels involving a PTBNL, only to have the specifics remain undisclosed.
As the Braves’ bullpen continues to take shape, fans will be keeping a close eye on the team’s roster moves. With Perdomo now joining the Angels, the focus shifts to the remaining contenders for the Braves’ bullpen spots.
