The New York Yankees and Atlanta Braves had trade discussions regarding catcher Brian McCann during the season, but the talks did not progress very far.

That could be because of the Yankees' fondness for Braves right-hander Mike Foltynewicz, George A. King III of the New York Post reports. King cites industry sources that suggest the Yankees' affinity for Foltynewicz in a possible deal "likely killed more serious talks."

Foltynewicz, 25, is 13-12 with a 4.92 ERA at the major league level. The former top prospect had more success as a full-time starter with the Braves this season, posting a 4.31 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 22 starts.

McCann, 32, is seen as a trade target because of the emergence of Gary Sanchez, who has surely won the No. 1 catcher job in New York after his tremendous rookie season. McCann was a seven-time All-Star during his 2005-13 tenure with the Braves, and the team likes the idea of bringing him back in time for the opening of its new ballpark in 2017, according to King.

Last week, ESPN's Buster Olney laid out several potential destinations for McCann if the Yankees decide to shop him, including Atlanta on his list.

-- Meaghan Latella