M'S, BRAVES SWAP FOUR PROSPECTS
The Seattle Mariners acquired pitchers Rob Whalen and Max Povse from the Atlanta Braves for catcher/outfielder Alex Jackson and a player to be named later.
What does it give the Seattle Mariners
Both Whalen and Povse have potential as big-league starting pitchers, and Whalen has already tasted life in MLB (5 starts with Atlanta in 2016). Look for Whalen to challenge for the No. 5 starter role in Seattle, while Povse should move to Triple-A Tacoma at some point. This is a solid deal for the Mariners.
What does it give the Atlanta Braves
Atlanta obviously sees much untapped potential in Jackson, who was selected sixth overall in the 2014 draft. Jackson has struggled as an outfielder during his time in the Mariners' system but may move back to catcher with the Braves. Jackson was drafted as a catcher, so the familiarity might help him.
Fantasy impact
Whalen and Povse have long-range fantasy upside and should now be on the radar in most leagues. Jackson is another story. As a catcher, he has some dark-horse appeal for keeper leagues. However, if he stays in the outfield, he will have to produce far more just to make it onto the fantasy radar.
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player to be named later in 2016 - Tyler Pike(2016-12-09)
