US EditionRangers acquire José Ruiz and cash from the Braves for Dane Dunning in swap of right-handers
GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 18 – The Rangers traded struggling pitcher Dane Dunning to the Braves to manage payroll and roster flexibility before the trade deadline, acquiring reliever José Ruiz and cash in return.
- Thursday’s deal saw the Rangers acquire José Ruiz and cash, exchanging Dane Dunning to the Braves.
- Struggling out of camp, Dunning's limited role and near the Competitive Balance Tax threshold led to trading him, as payroll flexibility was a priority.
- After being outrighted on June 22, Ruiz will report to Triple-A Round Rock, having gone 1-0 with an 8.82 ERA in 18 outings; the Braves designated him for assignment.
- To clear a roster spot, Atlanta designated Jesse Chavez for assignment, citing injuries to Sale, Schwellenbach, López, and Smith-Shawver.
- Tomorrow, Texas plans to boost its roster with Rowdy Tellez, and Jon Gray is expected to return from a wrist fracture next week, setting the stage for future moves.
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Rangers acquire José Ruiz and cash from the Braves for Dane Dunning in swap of right-handers
The Texas Rangers acquired right-hander José Ruiz and cash considerations from the Atlanta Braves on Thursday for right-hander Dane Dunning.
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