The Atlanta Braves have expressed interest in trading for New York Yankees shortstop Eduardo Nunez.According to the New York Post, the Braves think very highly of Nunez and may trade budding ace Jair Jurrjens to get him. Atlanta has been shopping the 25-year-old right-hander but has been ask a lot for the All-Star. The Braves, who ranked 22nd in runs scored per game (3.96) last season, are looking to improve their offense. The 23-year-old Nunez hit .265 BA with five home runs and 30 RBIs in 2011 in 112 games. Jurrjens finished with a 13-6 record and a 2.96 ERA, but struggled late in the season, record only one win in his final seven starts.
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November 20, 2011
