PT TODAY: Bourn, Swisher part of ATL shakeup

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Braves | Atlanta adds Nick Swisher, Michael Bourn
The Atlanta Braves acquired OFs Nick Swisher (knee), Michael Bourn and cash considerations from the Cleveland Indians for 3B Chris Johnson Friday, Aug. 7.  Source: CBSSports.com - Jon Heyman
 
BHQ take: In an exchange of bad contracts, the Braves have acquired Michael Bourn and Nick Swisher from the Indians. It seems like eons ago that Bourn was one of the more valuable fantasy players in the National League, first with Houston and then with Atlanta. However, over the past three years, his performance has been in decline. So far in 2015, Bourn has only a .225...

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