You don’t see it very often, but that doesn’t mean it never happens: John Coppolella and Jerry DiPoto of the Mariners have successfully tangoed in a prospect-based swap.
The #Braves have acquired Alex Jackson from the Mariners, along with a player to be named later, in exchange for Rob Whalen & Max Povse: pic.twitter.com/DYWzXGD3XU
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 29, 2016
Departing from the Atlanta organization are two arms: Rob Whalen and Max Povse.
Whalen made five starts as a Brave in 2016 with unflattering results (6.