There was plenty of speculation but ultimately limited activity for the Atlanta Braves in advance of the trade deadline Tuesday, but the one deal they pulled off brought over just the right kind of vibes for a team in need of some reinforcements.
Former Braves Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson rejoined the club at a pivotal time, coming over from the San Francisco Giants and hoping to do their part in search of the kind of October glory the group experienced together three years ago.
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