Braves Acquire Fedde, Cash From Cardinals

The Atlanta Braves have acquired veteran right-hander Erick Fedde and cash from the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations, with the added funds helping offset Fedde's remaining salary. The move comes as all five of the Braves' Opening Day starters are now on the injured list, with Grant Holmes recently transferred to the 60-day IL due to a possible season-ending elbow injury. Fedde, 32, was designated for assignment by the Cardinals after posting a 5.22 ERA in 20 starts this season, including a difficult 13.25 ERA over his last five outings. He is expected to help stabilize Atlanta's decimated rotation, despite failing to match his strong 2024 performance split between the White Sox and Cardinals. For St. Louis, the trade signals the start of a potential roster sell-off ahead of the deadline to make room for younger pitchers. The Braves, struggling in the NL East, are seeking pitching depth to try to revive their disappointing season.