CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 8: Seth Smith #7 of the Colorado Rockies rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the second inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on August 8, 2011 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
According to Troy Renck of the Denver Post, the Atlanta Braves' interest in outfielder Seth Smith of the Colorado Rockies has cooled recently. While the Braves would like to acquire Smith, they aren't willing to part with left fielder/second baseman Martin Prado unless they can get another player to add infield depth.
The Rockies, who are looking for a second baseman, have also dangled Eric Young Jr. in trade talks, but Renck says there are no active discussions as of right now. The Mets were said to be interested, but the Rockies would like their second baseman Justin Turner in return.
Another team that could emerge as a Smith suitor may be the Rays, who missed out on Coco Crisp. The Rockies would love to have Wade Davis or Jeff Niemann, Renck says.
- Rockies' Seth Smith to Atlanta Braves trade talk cools - The Denver Post
"While outfielder Seth Smith remains a coveted commodity, the Atlanta Braves' interest has cooled, according to a major league source with the direct knowledge of the talks."


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