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Braves Acquire Astros SP Jake Odorizzi, Tigers OF Robbie Grossman, per Reports

Atlanta has reportedly made a pair of late-night acquisitions on the eve of the trade deadline.

The Braves are adding starting pitcher Jake Odorizzi from the Astros, according to KRIV’s Mark Berman, and outfielder Robbie Grossman from the Tigers, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. In return, Atlanta is reportedly sending reliever Will Smith to Houston and minor-league pitcher Kris Anglin to Detroit.

Atlanta and Houston, who faced off in last year’s World Series, are both dealing from positions of strength in their trade. The Astros rotation has recorded a 3.