Braves Trade Reliever Scott Blewett to Orioles Amid Bullpen Struggles

The Atlanta Braves have struggled this season, sitting 10 games under .500 and 14 games behind in the NL East, prompting potential trades including slugger Marcell Ozuna, who could yield valuable prospects as the Braves appear poised to sell off assets. In a significant bullpen shakeup following a blown lead against the Diamondbacks, the Braves traded reliever Scott Blewett to the Baltimore Orioles for cash considerations after designating him for assignment, while recalling veteran Craig Kimbrel to bolster their pitching staff. Blewett, who had moved between three MLB teams in 2025, posted varying performance numbers with a 3.91 ERA overall but struggled with the Braves. The Orioles, riding a six-game winning streak, acquired Blewett to enhance their bullpen depth, designating reliever Matt Bowman for assignment to make room. Baltimore is betting on Blewett's upside given his youth and potential, despite his recent struggles, while Bowman, a reliable but less dynamic reliever, was moved primarily for roster flexibility. These moves underscore both teams' attempts to address pitching challenges amid their differing playoff aspirations.