PT TODAY: Opening-night blockbuster alters saves landscape

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National League | American League
 
Braves | ATL acquires Carlos Quentin, Cameron Maybin
San Diego Padres OF Carlos Quentin and OF Cameron Maybin were traded to the Atlanta Braves in a deal that includes SP Matt Wisler. The Padres received OF Melvin Upton Jr. and RP Craig Kimbrel back in return.  Source: FOXSports.com - Ken Rosenthal
 
BHQ take: Congratulations to all those who gambled on Jason Grilli as a contingency closer in Atlanta. The trade of Craig Kimbrel that some thought was a slight mid-year possibility has come to fruition hours before Opening Day. In 2013, Grilli was lights out as the Pirate closer until an arm injury shelved him...

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