Atlanta Braves trade idea 2 — Joc Pederson, San Francisco Giants
Joc Pederson will forever be remembered and loved in Atlanta for the role he played in their World Series run. The memorable tagline he provided the team and the energy and production from the bench helped push this team over the top and finally beat the Dodgers and finish the Astros in the 2021 World Series.
While there is the obvious concern of adding yet another left-handed bat in the outfield, Pederson’s possible production far outweighs this if the veteran is on the market. While adding Pederson isn’t as clear as a roster fit as Duvall it provides a stacked lineup even more power and a great option in case of injury or to help keep the outfield rested down the stretch of the season.
Joc signed a one-year, $19 million deal with the Giants making adding the veteran a bit expensive but well worth it when you consider the potential postseason push.
Atlanta shouldn’t outsmart themselves if Duvall or Pederson are on the market looking for a cheap new fit. While Freeman and Swanson are both gone Atlanta’s lineup is arguably deeper and better than in the 2021 season and adding back one of these postseason heroes is the exact midseason boost the front office should be looking to make.