Braves Trade for LHP Aaron Bummer; White Sox Get 5 Players, Including Michael Soroka

The Atlanta Braves have acquired left-hander Aaron Bummer from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for five players, including right-hander Michael Soroka.

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