With the Atlanta Braves falling further out of contention, these established veterans are more closer to trade talks than fans might think.

Things continue to go from bad to worse for the Braves. Not only did they lose their fourth straight game last night, but they also lost another starting pitcher, as Grant Holmes left the game early and was placed on the IL with elbow discomfort.

Follow along on Monday for the latest news and rumors: As MLB trade deadline week heats up, one of the top targets on the market received a scare on Monday, July 28.

The Atlanta Braves certainly aren't where anyone in the building and out of the building among the fan base expected as we come up to the MLB Trade Deadline on

Unless something changes drastically in the final days leading up to the trade deadline, the Braves’ plan appears to be pretty clear. Atlanta is going to ship off their spare parts, like Marcell Ozuna,

MLB.com's Mark Bowman provided an update on the potential Atlanta Braves designated hitter Marcell Ozuna heads to the NL West at the MLB trade deadline.

Marcell Ozuna's days in Atlanta appear to be numbered, and reliever Pierce Johnson is available in trade, too. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

The Atlanta Braves could have exactly the kind of trade suitor they need for Raisel Iglesias, but fans may want to temper their expectations.