Aaron Bummer, a left-handed pitcher, has reached a two-year, $13 million agreement with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced on Saturday. In addition, the Braves revised their previous three-year, $40 million deal with All-Star right-hander Reynaldo Lopez, securing an additional $7 million for him.
Bummer’s new contract comes after he had a $7.25 million option for 2024 with a $2.25 million buyout as part of the five-year, $20 million deal he signed with the Chicago White Sox. Under the revised agreement with Atlanta, Bummer will earn $3.5 million in 2024 and $9.6 million in 2026.
Lopez’s contract was initially agreed upon last November and set him up for a salary of $5 million in 2024, with $21 million in the following two years. The deal also included a club option for 2027 worth $9 million, with a $5 million buyout. However, the new terms of Lopez’s contract revise his salary structure, setting him to earn $8 million in 2025, $18 million in 2026, and $9 million in 2027.
Both pitchers have committed to donating 1% of their salaries to the Atlanta Braves Foundation, a gesture that underscores their support for the community.
Conclusion:
The Atlanta Braves have made strategic moves to strengthen their pitching staff with the addition of Aaron Bummer and the renegotiation of Reynaldo Lopez’s contract. Bummer’s two-year, $13 million deal solidifies his role within the Braves’ bullpen, while Lopez’s revised contract reflects a commitment to the team’s future, providing the Braves with a dependable arm for the upcoming seasons. These changes not only enhance the Braves’ pitching depth but also show the team’s commitment to fostering relationships with its players and the community, as evidenced by their charitable contributions to the Atlanta Braves Foundation. Both players’ contracts represent a significant investment in the team’s pitching strength and a reflection of the Braves’ long-term vision.
