MLB Trade Rumors: Proposed Trade Sends Alek Manoah To The Braves

October 26, 2024 ,

Jacob Mountz of FanSided proposes a potential trade that would send right-hander Alek Manoah from the Toronto Blue Jays to the Atlanta Braves this offseason. 

Once a Cy Young contender in 2022, Manoah has faced a steep decline, struggling with injuries and performance issues. 

After posting a 5.87 ERA in 2023, he made just five starts in 2024 before undergoing Tommy John surgery. 

Despite this, Mountz views Manoah as "an attractive investment as a comeback candidate," given the Braves' success in unlocking talent from struggling pitchers.

Mountz highlights how Manoah could be a cost-effective addition for Atlanta, fitting their preference for high-upside, affordable pitching. 

The 26-year-old is set to earn an estimated $2.3 million in 2025, making him an appealing gamble for the Braves as they look to reinforce a rotation that already features Spencer Strider and Ian Anderson. 

"If there’s one thing we’ve learned from the Braves," Mountz notes, "it’s that if you have talent, they will find a way to get it out of you." 

Manoah could become the latest reclamation project under Atlanta’s watch, similar to their acquisition of Chris Sale.

From Toronto's perspective, trading Manoah would help alleviate payroll pressure and create flexibility to pursue extensions for core players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette. 

With the Blue Jays prioritizing a postseason push in 2025, moving Manoah could help reallocate resources while receiving prospects from Atlanta’s deep farm system. 

While Manoah may miss part of 2025 due to his recovery, the Braves would be banking on his long-term potential, making the deal a possible win-win for both teams.

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