Braves reportedly trade catcher Evan Gattis to Houston

Atlanta Braves catcher Evan Gattis (24) follows through on a solo-home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies Sunday, May 25, 2014, in Atlanta. Atlanta Braves catcher Evan Gattis (24) follows through on a solo-home run in the second inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies Sunday, May 25, 2014, in Atlanta.

By Staff Report January 14, 2015 1 min read

According to an online report by newspapers in Atlanta and Houston, the Atlanta Braves have agreed to trade catcher Evan Gattis to the Houston Astros for several prospects.

The Atlanta Journal-Consititution first reported the deal, and a report on the Houston Chronicle’s website said the Astros would receive pitchers Mike Foltynewicz and Andrew Thurman along with third baseman Rio Ruiz.