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Reliever Brad Hand's $7 million mutual option declined by Atlanta Braves

Left-hander Brad Hand’s $7 million mutual option was declined by the Atlanta Braves, allowing the reliever to become a free agent

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • Associated Press

Notches extra-innings save Hand picked up the save in Tuesday's 7-6 victory over Philadelphia. He notched one strikeout in a perfect 10th inning.

Impact After Atlanta's closer, Raisel Iglesias, blew a save in the ninth inning, Hand successfully shut the door on Philadelphia's comeback effort with a perfect tenth inning. It was the 33-year-old's first save of the year after amassing 129 over the previous six seasons. Despite Iglesias blowing back-to-back chances, there is little doubt that he will remain the top option to close out games down the stretch.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Braves activate Brad Hand, place Daysbel Hernandez on IL Hand was brought in primarily to be a third left-handed option out of the bullpen, joining AJ Minter and the currently injured Dylan Lee.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • AJC.COM

David O'Brien: Newly acquired lefty reliever Brad Hand joins... - The Athletic Newly acquired lefty reliever Brad Hand joins the Braves today, and righty reliever Daysbel Hernández goes on the 15-day IL with right forea...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Braves bolster bullpen by acquiring former Phillies reliever Brad Hand from Rockies Hand will be expected to work in a set-up role in Atlanta behind closer Raisel Iglesias.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • INQUIRER.COM

Braves acquire reliever Brad Hand from Rockies The Atlanta Braves acquired left-handed reliever Brad Hand from the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Braves bolster bullpen by acquiring veteran left-hander Hand from Rockies

The Atlanta Braves have added another veteran left-hander to their bullpen by acquiring Brad Hand from the Colorado Rockies

AUGUST 1, 2023 • Associated Press

MLB trade grades: Braves bolster bullpen with addition of lefty Brad Hand Brad Hand gives the Braves a veteran to help alleviate pressure from their back-end arms; the Rockies are (finally) trading their rentals.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Braves getting lefty reliever Hand from Rockies (source) The Braves are set to acquire veteran lefty reliever Brad Hand from the Rockies in exchange for Double-A right-handed reliever Alec Barger,...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • MLB.COM

Shipped to Atlanta The Rockies traded Hand to Atlanta on Tuesday in exchange for Alec Barger, Robert Murray of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Hand is not all that far removed from fantasy relevance -- he was an All-Star closer with San Diego and Cleveland from 2017-19 -- but he didn't earn a single save during his time with Colorado. The 33-year-old can still get lefties out (.143/.276/.204 vs. LHH this season) and he provides Atlanta with a second southpaw in the bullpen behind A.J. Minter.

AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Padres owner on Brad Hand: 'Other things being equal, right now I don't see us moving him' The Padres shipped out two of their most marketable relievers on Monday, including Brandon Maurer and Ryan Buchter as part of a deal with th...

JUNE 12, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Grabs second win Hand (2-1) earned the win in Wednesday's 4-3 win over Pittsburgh, striking out two over 1.2 perfect innings.

Impact Hand got the Rockies out of a bases-loaded, one-out jam in the seventh inning, inducing a double play off the bat of Rodolfo Castro. Hand would then set the Pirates down in order in the eighth after the Rockies took the lead in the top half of the frame. The 33-year-old lefthander has pitched well of late, posting three consecutive scoreless appearances. His ERA is down to 3.14 with a 1.26 WHIP and 20:6 K:BB through 14.1 innings. Hand is still behind Pierce Johnson and Daniel Bard in the closer pecking order, though he's continued to pitch in high-leverage situations for Colorado.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid start to season Hand allowed one hit and struck out one in a scoreless inning Sunday against the Mariners.

Impact Hand entered the game with runners at first and second in the bottom of the sixth inning and allowed the game-winning hit to the first batter he faced. While he had a poor outcome Sunday, Hand has pitched well to start the season as he has been charged with only one earned run across 5.2 innings while also maintaining 9:4 K:BB. His control leaves room for improvement, but he has still been one of the most reliable high-leverage relievers for Colorado early on.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pitches in setup role Hand allowed one earned run on one hit and one walk while striking out one across one inning Friday against the Padres.

Impact Hand made his Rockies debut and entered the game in the eighth inning with a four-run lead. He allowed the first two batters he faced to reach base, but he then retired the next three hitters to mitigate the damage. With Daniel Bard (personal) sidelined, saves are up for grabs in Colorado, though Pierce Johnson converted the opportunity Friday.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working on cutter Hand is planning to introduce a cutter to his arsenal this season, Jack Magruder of MLB.com reports.

Impact Hand signed with the Rockies on Saturday and should immediately fill a high-leverage role out of the bullpen. He's relied on a combination of his fastball and slider for the last several seasons, though he's now prepared to add a third pitch to that mix. Hand reportedly worked on the cutter in bullpen sessions during the 2022 campaign, but he did not throw any in game action.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hand fortifying Rox's 'pen with new cutter, veteran presence TEMPE, Ariz. -- Brad Hand committed almost exclusively to a fastball/slider mix in 2017, and five consecutive 15-save seasons and $30.25 mil...

MARCH 9, 2023 • MLB.COM

Reliever Brad Hand guaranteed $2M in deal with Rockies

Reliever Brad Hand is guaranteed $2 million in his one-year contract with the Colorado Rockies and the three-time All-Star would make $11.5 million over two years if he starts this...

MARCH 6, 2023 • Associated Press

Lands with Rockies The Rockies signed Hand to a one-year, $2 million contract Saturday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hand, coming off a 45-inning, 2.80-ERA campaign with the Phillies, finally has a home for the 2023 season. The Rockies don't project to win many games, but the left-hander could have some opportunities for holds and/or saves. It's unclear how built-up Hand is, or whether he'll be ready for Opening Day. The contract includes a $7 million club option for 2024.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies try to show run to World Series was just a start

The Philadelphia Phillies hope their run to the World Series is just the start of a championship window

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Phillies hit 4 homers, rally past Padres 10-6, lead NLCS 3-1

The Philadelphia Phillies hit four home runs to beat the San Diego Padres 10-6 and take a 3-1 lead in the National League Championship Series

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • Associated Press

2022 MLB Playoffs: Phillies' steady approach proves their demise in Game 2

The Phillies have gotten this far with Rob Thomson's steady hand, but in Game 2, staying the course was their undoing, Jake Mintz writes.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

2022 MLB Playoffs: Phillies' steady approach proves their demise in Game 2

Marsh Madness! Phillies beat Braves 8-3 in Game 4, into NLCS

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OCTOBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Phillies' Robertson injured celebrating, off NLDS roster

Philadelphia Phillies reliever David Robertson will miss the NL Division Series after injuring his right calf jumping to celebrate Bryce Harper’s home run in their clinching wild-c...

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Padres' Brad Hand on imminent three-year extension: 'It's a life-changing thing' The Padres are finalizing a three-year contract extension with reliever Brad Hand, a move that will buy out the left-hander’s remaining arbi...

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Ready for playoffs Hand (elbow) was activated from the 15-day injured list Friday and is on the Phillies' roster for the NL Wild Card Series against the Cardinals, Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inq...

Impact The veteran left-hander landed on the shelf with elbow tendinitis Sept. 22, but he's back with the team for the wild-card round. Hand finished the regular season with 13 holds, five saves and a 2.80 ERA over 45 innings.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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