This Day in Braves History: Braves trade Tommy Hanson to Angels
Briefly

In 2012, the Atlanta Braves traded Tommy Hanson to the Angels for reliever Jordan Walden. Hanson had a solid performance in 2012 but faced an early end to his career.
The acquisition of 48-year-old knuckleballer Hoyt Wilhelm in 1970 exemplifies the Braves' willingness to invest in veteran talent, hoping to make an immediate impact.
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