The MLB offseason just began today, and the hot stove is already steaming surrounding the Atlanta Braves. It all started this afternoon, when Jorge Soler was dealt to the Angeles for right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning. The move frees up potentially $32 million over the next two seasons if the Braves decide not to tender Canning
The Atlanta Braves kicked off the first day of the offseason by trading Jorge Soler to the Angels. In return, Griffin Canning is coming to Atlanta. This move was primarily about shedding Soler’s contract. His defensive struggles in the outfield this season confirmed his best role as a designated hitter, but with Marcell Ozuna expected
Since the season ended, I have talked at length about the Braves DH situation. The experiment to play Jorge Soler in the outfield failed. He would have been the worst defender in baseball this year had he played right field the entire season. Soler and Marcell Ozuna cannot co-exist, and with the MLB offseason kicking
The World Series ended last night with the Dodgers defeating the Yankees in five games, meaning the MLB offseason is officially underway. Here are the important dates, free agent targets, and decisions for the Braves that you need to know. MLB Free Agency Technically, MLB free agency begins today, and conversations have likely already begun
The 2024 MLB season came to an end last night, with the Dodgers winning the World Series in five games following a stunning collapse by the Yankees after leading 5-0. It’s a game that will live rent-free in the heads of New Yorkers for decades, but if it’s any consolation, the Dodgers felt inevitable throughout
The NFL Trade Deadline is less than a week away, and the Falcons are in the market for a pass rusher. However, they’re not alone—virtually every contender in the league has the same mission. As Alex often says, pass rushers are like pitchers in baseball; good teams can never have enough of them. While top-tier
When it comes to free agency, Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos has a distinct approach. He tends to avoid bidding wars against clubs with deeper pockets and generally steers clear of long-term contracts altogether. Instead, Anthopoulos focuses on short-term deals with players who aren’t typically entering free agency on a high note. One of the most
With the Dodgers leading 3-1 over the Yankees in the World Series, Freddie Freeman appears to be on his way to his second World Series ring and first World Series MVP. He’s homered in every single game of the series, and dating back to the 2021 World Series when he was with the Braves, he’s
The Braves aren’t known for being the biggest spenders in free agency. In fact, the largest deal Alex Anthopoulos has ever handed out was a four-year, $65 million contract to Marcell Ozuna before the 2021 season. Still, the Braves showed they’re willing to spend for the right fit, offering Aaron Nola well over $100 million
Since Alex Anthopoulos became the Braves’ general manager, Atlanta has become known for its savvy in-house extensions. This offseason likely won’t be an exception, with several Braves players potentially in line for new deals. Here’s a look at some of the top extension candidates. Spencer Schwellenbach Based on Anthopoulos’s previous moves, Spencer Schwellenbach stands out
