Law: Four-pack sent to Reds buys Dodgers payroll freedom

The Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Dodgers pulled off a modern blockbuster, one where some bad contracts changed hands along with useful major leaguers and prospects. The Reds got a little bit better, but perhaps not as much as they need to, while those plucky Dodgers added some prospects to help them rebuild, while perhaps clearing salary space for an even bigger acquisition.

From the seven players changing hands to the payroll space the Dodgers acquired that could help them afford even bigger moves.

The Dodgers traded outfielders Matt Kemp and Yasiel Puig, pitcher Alex Wood and catcher Kyle Farmer to the Reds for pitcher Homer Bailey and prospects. Bailey will be released, the Dodgers said.

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