The frantic wheeling-and-dealing continues in the MLB, with pitcher Kenley Jansen joining the Atlanta Braves after a long stint with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Since signing with the Dodgers in 2010, Jansen became one of the more beloved players on the roster. According to a report by Los Angeles Times' Jorge Castillo, the veteran reliever wanted to return with the Dodgers. Unfortunately, the team's budget constraints after signing former Braves star Freddie Freeman hampered a good deal. This prompted Jansen to pack his bags and sign with, quite ironically, the Braves.

The Dodgers were one of a few clubs willing to commit to two years. But the situation was further complicated when they agreed to a six-year, $162-million deal with former Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman last Wednesday. The development produced a new wrinkle: The Dodgers wanted Jansen to wait until they shed payroll before signing to keep their payroll under $290 million and avoid the resulting 90% tax rate for exceeding the competitive balance tax line for the second straight season.

While the 34-year-old Jansen would feel sad for leaving the Dodgers, he said his decision was grounded on reality and he had to think about what's best for his family.

He weighed the offer versus the risk of waiting for the Dodgers, realizing the chances of landing a three-year contract this late were slim to none. He opted for the Braves’ guarantee.

Jansen reportedly signed a one-year deal worth $16 million with the Braves, the team he grew up rooting for as a kid growing up in Curacao.

The Dodgers' loss is the Braves' gain.