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What extending Austin Riley means for the Braves' future (0:51)

The value that Austin Riley provides the Braves is discussed by Jeff Passan and Tim Kurkjian. It was :51.

Adding veteran depth to an already potent lineup is what the Atlanta Braves have done.

Sources told Jeff Passan that the Astros were close to a deal with the World Series champion.

He was not in the lineup for the game against the Twins. He is hitting.235 this season with two home runs and 23 RBIs. Detroit received Kris Anglin, a pitcher in Atlanta's minor league system, in exchange for playing both corners for Detroit this season.

Will Smith was going to Houston in the deal for Odorizzi, who started for the Astros on Sunday. The veteran allowed two hits and struck out a season-high eight in a seven-inning no-hitter against Seattle.

In order to make room for Grossman on the roster, Atlanta sent in baseman Mike Ford to its Triple-A affiliates.