MARCH 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
MATT OLSON #28 - FIRST BASEMAN - ATLANTA BRAVES
13 HR •
33 RBI •
.301 AVG
13 HR
33 RBI
.301 AVG
Freddie Freeman says he was 'blindsided' by Braves' decision to trade for Matt Olson "To be honest, I was blindsided," Freeman said. "I think every emotion came across. I was hurt."
Freeman stung by ATL departure, thrilled by Dodgers landing
Freddie Freeman has joined the Dodgers for his first workout since agreeing to a $162 million, six-year contract to join Los Angeles’ powerhouse rosterMARCH 18, 2022 • Associated Press
Verlander's innings, Olson's at-bats garner spring interest
Justin Verlander is one of the greatest pitchers of his generation with eight All-Star appearances, two Cy Young Awards, one MVP, one Rookie of the Year and a World Series titleMARCH 17, 2022 • Associated Press
MLB rumors: Royals could blow up Yankees-A's trade talks The Oakland A's are holding a fire sale, and have already traded All-Stars Chris Bassitt, Matt Olson and Matt Chapman.
MARCH 17, 2022 • NJ.COM
Grade A's: Langeliers, young newcomers hit Oakland camp
All fans need to know about Shea Langeliers’ powerful arm is that he gains more satisfaction from throwing out baserunners than hitting long ballsMARCH 17, 2022 • Associated Press
Yankees, Mets and all MLB again affected by COVID in 2022
Coronavirus restrictions in Canada and New York have assured that baseball will again be affected by COVID-19 in 2022MARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Braves boost outfield with additions of Rosario, Dickerson
The Atlanta Braves have signed outfielder Eddie Rosario, the 2021 NLCS MVP, to a two-year contract with $18 million guaranteedMARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Blue Jays acquire 3B Matt Chapman from Oakland for 4 players
All-Star third baseman Matt Chapman was acquired by the Toronto Blue Jays from the payroll-shredding Oakland Athletics for four playersMARCH 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Olson's last HR for an Atlanta team was epic After pulling off a blockbuster trade with the A's for Matt Olson on Monday, Atlanta signed the All-Star first baseman to an eight-year, $16...
MARCH 15, 2022 • MLB.COM
Bowden: Takeaways on 8 big post-lockout trades and signings, including the Matt Olson and Chris Bassitt deals Jim Bowden shares his thoughts (and grades) on the Yankees-Twins trade, the Reds-Mariners deal, the Yusei Kikuchi signing and more.
MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Braves, Matt Olson agree to $168 million contract extension NORTH PORT, Fla. — The Braves and Matt Olson have agreed to an eight-year, $168 million contract extension.
MARCH 15, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Orioles' Rutschman, Tigers' Torkelson among top MLB rookies
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. and Detroit Tigers infielder Spencer Torkelson are among baseball's most intriguing rookies t...MARCH 15, 2022 • Associated Press
Braves sign new 1B Olson to $168 million, 8-year contract
After cutting ties with Freddie Freeman, the Atlanta Braves have signed new first baseman Matt Olson to a $168 million, eight-year contractMARCH 15, 2022 • Associated Press
Braves sign Matt Olson to 8-year, $168 million extension 1 day after trade Matt Olson, whom the Braves acquired a day earlier, replaces Freddie Freeman as the Braves' first baseman.
MARCH 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Braves sign new pickup Olson to 8-year deal The Atlanta Braves today signed INF Matt Olson to an eight-year contract worth $168 million that runs through the 2029 season, with a $20 mi...
MARCH 15, 2022 • MLB.COM
Cleveland Guardians pursued Matt Olson, Jesse Winker, but couldn't close the deal The Guardians are still looking to improve their offense.
MARCH 15, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM
A's get Braves' top prospect Pache, 3 others in trade of Olson OAKLAND, Calif. — The Oakland Athletics acquired right-handed pitchers Ryan Cusick and Joey Estes, catcher Shea Langeliers and outfielder Cr...
MARCH 14, 2022 • MLB.COM
Photos: Braves acquire Matt Olson The Braves pulled off a huge trade with the Okland A's to acquire all-star first baseman Matt Olson, an Atlanta-area native, on Monday. It's...
MARCH 14, 2022 • AJC.COM
With Freeman a free agent, Atlanta gets Olson from A's Freddie Freeman's tenure with Atlanta appears to be over after the World Series champions acquired All-Star first baseman Matt Olson from th...
MARCH 14, 2022 • NEWSDAY.COM
A's trade Matt Olson to Braves for 4 prospects, including Cristian Pache: Source The Atlanta Braves acquired first baseman Matt Olson for four prospects on Monday, a source confirmed to The Athletic. This means that in al...
MARCH 14, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Report: Braves Land All-Star 1B Matt Olson in Trade With A's It appears the Freddie Freeman era in Atlanta is coming to an end.
MARCH 14, 2022 • SI.COM
BREAKING: Braves trade for Matt Olson, likely ending Freddie Freeman era The Braves on Monday acquired first baseman Matt Olson from the Oakland Athletics for outfielder Cristian Pache, catcher Shea Langeliers, an...
MARCH 14, 2022 • AJC.COM
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