What happened: DeGrom wanted to remain in Texas, and the proposed exchange never happened. MLB.com's Mark Feinsand described the talks as a potential swap of contracts. [Yahoo Sports](https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/braves-reportedly-were-going-send-164548302.html)
Why it matters: The discussions indicate Atlanta was willing to consider moving Spencer Strider despite the 27-year-old's longer career runway. DeGrom, 38, carries a $37 million salary for 2027 and a $20 million club option for 2028.
By the numbers: DeGrom's 3.80 ERA across 149⅓ innings this season compares with Strider's 5.31 ERA in eight outings, a difference of 1.51 earned runs per nine innings.
What to watch: Atlanta's offseason decisions will show whether its willingness to discuss Strider extends beyond this failed proposal.