Tyler Kinley Acquired By Atlanta Braves In Shrewd Move

The Atlanta Braves snagged Tyler Kinley from the Rockies in exchange for minor league Pitcher Austin Smith. Not exactly a splashy acquisition, but it is the kind of under-the-radar move that could pay dividends. Or not. Let’s unpack this. If you’re scratching your head at the name Tyler Kinley, you are not alone. Kinley has been quietly toiling away in Colorado for the better part of six seasons. The 34-year-old righty is no stranger to the big leagues. His 2022 season was nothing short of spectacular, where he put up a shiny 0.75 ERA over 25 appearances. But before you start planning his Hall of Fame induction, the last few years haven’t been as kind. A 5.66 ERA? Yikes. Call it a Coors Field tax. However, here is the twist. Kinley has some intriguing metrics that make you wonder if a change of scenery might revitalize his career. His average exit velocity sits in the 95th percentile, and his barrel rate is in the 82nd percentile. He can make hitters look silly. Atlanta’s bullpen situation is complicated. En