Who from the team is stealing money because of a bad contract? Ozuna DH R If Freeman was going say why not do a contract before other teams had a chance to give him offers? Cristian Pache (CF) 580K 2027+ Braves Country is REAL! Diamond Sports, which operates the 19 Bally Sports channels, missed a $140 million interest payment earlier this month and is expected to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy soon,according to Sportico. "Boston Red Sox fans were not thrilled with some of the choices the teams brass made this offseason, and it seems that many current and former decision-makers in MLB were not impressed by the Soxs choices either. If Grissom continues to put in the work with Ron Washington, the Braves will have struck gold with another homegrown talent over at short. The rest of the offense is fairly well set. As for the outfield, much will depend upon whether or not the NL adopts the DH. A better question would be, how will the Orioles build off of their 110 loss season. It wont happen. Theyre set up to be competitive for a long time because of it, but still have some players on awful deals which could impact that. Forget the hes-from-Georgia stuff because that shouldnt matter. Pache already has a Major League glove, and he should have a roster spot on the 2022 Braves. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.https://t.co/PPPYdMypAv, Grant McAuley (@grantmcauley) February 28, 2023. Not sure how the deferred money works into the yearly payroll for tax purposes however, its not like ATL will ever get up to that number anyways. I think Camargo and Arcia get non-tendered, Heredia only makes the team if Pache shows again that hes not ready. If the Rangers were to follow through with signing" He's received all the hype in the world over the last couple of seasons, and his upside is undeniable, but he has still yet to even reach the AA level. Yes, hes been hurt a lot but is enormously talented and is as good a defensive CF as youll find. Id much rather have the ability to cut bait after his age 37 season if hes starting to decline rapidly. Forget that Im a homer, Baseball fans , if you are truly a fan of the game you have to respect what this 2021 Braves club did. Takes care of two needs in one trade. Pederson declined his $10MM mutual option, choosing instead to take a $2.5MM buyout and head to free agency. Great hair and greate memes on Swanson? 8. The Braves have gotten more bad than good since signing Ozuna to this deal. That doesn't mean they need to aim as high as Luis Castillo (CIN) or Frankie Montas (OAK), who will likely both take multiple top prospects to acquire, but there are other temporary options on the market who could be a fit. Our team deserves to be more than that mid market crap. They are owned by a corporation who has a sending cap. Would anyone think differently of Ozuna if it turns out his ex-wife was abusive towards his kid and Ozuna was just defending him? A lot of players done worse and fans took them back. Page 1 of 98 1 2 3 11 51 . "To begin the 2022-23 MLB offseason period, it seemed like theAtlanta Braveswere thehead and shoulders favorites to sign shortstopDansby Swansonto a long-term deal. sign Raisel Iglesias Braves Trade Discussion and Rumors "Given his strong start to the season, his highly affordable contract and the utter dearth of impact arms not only on the summer trade market but also on the upcoming free-agent market, there's a chance that the Braves could coerce a team into parting with a potentially exorbitant package of young talent to . "The Cactus League and Grapefruit League seasons have begun and Opening Day is only five weeks away. FF will be getting at the very least a 100MM contract and Iglesias will be getting at the very least a 35MM. The Braves are a well-run franchise in a division they figure to rule for the time being. It would almost make no sense not to give him a shot, with such a low arbitration number, and since they are going to need an extra RH arm in the oen as well.. February 23, Bleacher Report We start the season with Rosario on LF, Duvall in RF, Pache in CF. Hes a good pitcher that you dont throw away because of one bad month. The Acuna and Albies deals give AA enormous leeway as far as paying Freeman. I wouldnt rule out a non-tender myself. He may have made his Atlanta debut last season at second base after Orlando Arcia pulled a hammy after Albies broke his foot, but Grissom is a middle infielder to his core. On Swanson, a bold move wouldnt be signing another SS this winter but locking up Dansby on an extension a year early. #Braves 5th-starter candidates havent exactly roared out of the gateMeanwhile, I predict Vaughn Grissom (3-for-3 w/ 2-out, 2-run double today) wins shortstop job if he maintains his current .517 avg and 1.214 OPS. . He was terrible for the Braves. You do it for Freddie, though. These are coming" Taking $200MM vs $100MM makes zero difference in the lives of the Freemans or their descendents. Like I said, they dont get it. He is the franchise record holder for most career saves, eclipsing Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz during his last season with the Braves. JMHO, and obviously with no inside info, I believe they will. March 01, CBS Sports The team is in excellent shape. Id definitely be down for a deal though if possible, 100% agree. Send Pache and another prospect? Youve seen balk-offs. MLB Eyes 'System That Gets to a Salary Cap' Despite MLBPA's Resistance, Predicting Where Top Players Involved in MLB Trade Rumors Will Finish '23 Season, Rounding Up the Biggest Storylines of MLB Spring Training 2023 So Far, Two Teams Have Emerged As Front-Runners For Jalen Ramsey Trade, Four Teams Who Could Trade For the No. if he left then it would be for SD or possible the Angels. Thats the craziest thing Ive heard so far. With 2 very little kids his family priority is going to be spending time near home, not an extra ten million dollars. Player (position) 2021 Salary Free Agent Year Given that fact, their offseason outlook is pretty good. Apple will not bring back Melanie Newman" Either way, it's too soon to know which players will be available. February 20, Bleacher Report Kevin, our region. It would take a lot to get them. February 25, Clutch Points The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. She will not return to their broadcasts,according to the new York Post. In 2019 when Atlanta kept him in minors for the majority of the season he didnt complain just played hard. Jays trade Gurriel and Moreno for Varsho. 2nd, Our Atlanta Braves 40k. Guess what? There are rumors that the Oakland Athletics are planning to cut their payroll, so we can try to entice them to get 2 players: Oakland Athletics sends Because they didnt have a team that could do it themselves. Besides, unlocking at least a passing ability to play centerfield makes Duvall all the more valuable. 2021-22 Offseason Outlook Atlanta Braves MLBTR Originals. MLB Headlines. February 28, Bleacher Report February 16, ESPN Waters CF S Dont forget, Californias top income tax rate is 6.5 percentage points higher than Georgias. Saturday's Grapefruit League contest between theAtlanta BravesandBoston Red Soxfeatured a chaotic ending that was the first of its kind in MLB" To make matters worse, Ozuna has regressed and is an awful defender. Why do people like you keep proposing ridiculous trades that involve trading out dead weight or guys who we know are not major league caliber players for other teams stars? Trade Deadline and the Second Half Rumors, Ideas and Conversation. By the way, we are also the only team that has to show its books so anyone can see what kind of profit they make. 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The 29-year-old right-hander did little to demonstrate he was worthy of a spot in the Cubs' long-term plans, however, as he posted a" Marcell Ozuna had a monster year for the Braves in the shortened 2020 season, hitting .336 and leading the league with 18 home runs and 56 RBI. Sign Adrianza bench infield Keep Duvall He was never lights out The other guy had a it righthe got guys out only because he was lucky. I think the Blue Jays have a pretty good young first baseman. And if it doesnt work out you could always offer a QO next offseason and recoup some value or take a second crack with him if he accepts. Whos the good young starter you are taking about? customized to your favorite sports and teams. February 26, Twins Daily Say good bye to Camargo and Arcia If he wants more, Braves dont bother. Freemans Mom was Canadian and he grew up in Orange County so wouldnt Toronto and Anaheim be more logical destinations for him? Thefifth-round pickin the 2022 MLB Draftearned high praise from MLB insidersJim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Sam Dykstra in their rankings of the top hitting prospect for each" The Huntsville, Alabama native was a perennial All-Star closer in the early-to-mid-2010s with the Braves. Soler and Rosario were the NLCS and World Series MVPs, respectively, but they are both straight-up free agents free to sign wherever they please. Id see him playing for the Angels before the Dodgers, but thats me. Kyle Muller (LP) 570K 2027+ Travis Demeritte was added to the 40-man roster to compete for a backup role as well. His versatility means a wide variety of contenders will be interested, but it still won't cost any elite prospect talent to acquire him as a two-month rental. If they wont bring back the previous group, they have to look for a trade or two. Ian Andersons latest unmitigated disaster. Our friends in San Diego are probably champing at the bit to seeXander Bogaertson the field in a" Everything else is probable. The Os are not close to contending and might be willing to sell high on Cedric. How many years now has Kershaw been projected to be wearing a Rangers cap for because hes from Texas? Hes been one of the most consistent players in baseball, both from a character and production standpoint. Sign Rosario ProSportsDaily.com is not affiliated with the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, FIFA, NCAA, or any of the newspapers linked to. There are relevant players on current rosters with question marks over their futures, and contenders are going to be tempted to" Losing Freddie isnt ideal but they will move forward and could be actually better without Freddie as an on field product. March 01, The Athletic Looks like the Braves are going to finish somewhere in the middle of the standings next season. I dont think its possible they can afford FF and Iglesias so I dont think Iglesias is likely. Aug 30, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves left fielder Marcell Ozuna (20) looks on from the dugout against the Colorado Rockies in the second inning at Truist Park. No doubt that the Braves have had to deal with injuries, but that is not an excuse for a team that was one win shy of winning the National League a season ago. (Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports), Craig Kimbrel, Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves. Makes perfect sense for Freeman to keep his options open and test his value on the open market. That's 21 minutes faster than" "It may seem like MLB rosters are settled now that spring training is underway, but we all know teams will look different once games start mattering most. This years team had the lowest winning percentage of any of their four East title squads, and its hard not to suggest that these Braves benefited from a weak division in 2021. On the other hand, its easy to see either one of these guys returning to Atlanta. February 22, The Athletic Theyll have to drop at least one of those group. Theyve also managed to keep it together for years. "There will be one fewer superstar available in free agency next offseason after Manny Machado reportedly agreed to a massive new deal with the San Diego Padres. ET that day to put the finishing touches on their roster for the stretch run. Rizzo would be a huge dropoff from Freeman. February 27, The Big Lead Riley 3B R Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first. He turns 28 in December and will be a free agent after next season. Theres a chance it was bad luck for him with the homers. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Could we see a similar approach this summer? The Atlanta Braves won the World Series for the first time in more than a quarter of a century in 2021, as they defeated the Houston Astros in six games. Theres certainly room for an addition here or there, but its more likely the Braves will tinker around the edges of the roster. If I was a Braves fan, I wouldnt fret too much this winter. It will be interesting to see what their Ozuna plans are now that his suspension is retroactive. According toEvan Drellichof The Athletic, commissioner Rob Manfred has said MLB's economic reform committee is" Braves - 4-26 - 4-28. I would move on past the emotions and add/subtract for the long run. Swanson SS R, 1. There is no way Freddie isnt wearing a Braves uniform for the rest of his career. He could have been a candidate to play some left field, but lets stick with shortstop. They arent trying to get it done all at once. "Early reviews on the new pitch clock rules in Major League Baseball have been overwhelmingly positive thus far after a pair of two-and-a-half-hour spring training games (San Diego Padres vs. Seattle Mariners, Kansas City Royals vs. Texas Rangers) went down Friday. To me, the most important signings this offseason will be Freeman and Soler. However, it wouldnt surprise me if the Dodgers were among the teams trying to pry Olson, Chapman, and Manaea et all from Oakland. By my account its only about $120M at most, and that is assuming no one gets non-tendered. He was good at one point in 2021 before coming to Atlanta. I just dont see how AA could come out and say: We won the WS, but we just cant sign our franchise cornerstone. Unless he gets 10 years from some team, its a bad look. Retain Duvall But thats not why we bring this up. Brewers drop both games in split squad day against Athletics and Rockies. 2. in case Soroka is Soroka. 10:18am: Second baseman Ozzie Albies revealed at Braves camp this week that he underwent surgery back in October to address an impingement in his right shoulder, reports Justin Toscano of the . With arbitration projections, their projected payroll is right around the $140MM mark they carried in 2021. I would keep him because I think he could be worth that 3.1, and what else are you going to get with that? It makes no sense for the Dodgers to go that route. The 29-year-old is hitting .271/.330/.517 for a 125 OPS+ with 20 doubles, 19 home runs and 57 RBI in 86 games, and he has done it while playing all four infield positions and right field defensively. That is how they won the WS. AA has said many times that he has been given more payroll when needed so hopefully with the winning, will com they payroll. Because despite their longstanding success, theres definitely an up-and-coming quality to this roster, especially on the pitching side. My only problem there is youre guaranteeing 7 yrs, taking Freddie into his age 39 season. It isnt that Atlanta is cheap. Or should I say. 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If they want to give him more regular playing time in Triple-A, Chadwick Tromp was picked up from the Giants and 24-year-old Shea Langeliers isnt far from elbowing his way into the room. Which players, because of bad contracts, are essentially stealing money from the Braves? Discussion: No more outfield moves? I thought about that a little and think I would do something silly like 7 years at 240 mil with at least 60 mil deferred for 10 years. Other times, it can be a result of suiting up for a small-market team that simply" . Feb. 15: Britton's throwing session reportedly scouted by 6 teams The Braves shouldn't be one of them. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Bring back Soler (DH) You are clearly between the ages of 17 and 24, and dont know the difference between an ass and a cheeseburger. Acuna hit .266 with 15 homers and" Ahead we have taken a closer look at the buyer vs. seller debate while also highlighting a pair of ideal targets to address their roster needs. He gets a 1 year suspension without pay. Many questions and it seems no answers. Did you really just mention Freddies family? Personally, I think he gets suspended 1 year by MLB and the Braves cut him and eat his salary. He spoke in a hushed tone, as if he were sharing a repressed memory. Are Rob Manfred and the owners really gearing up for a salary cap push? When we nominate a" Think again. Dude on other post had him with the Red Sox. "He was sturdy before, particularly in his lower half. The Braves are in win-now mode and it would probably be worth a Pache, Waters, or Langeliers based trade. "Come the end of the 2022 Major League Baseball season, Aaron Judge's 62 home runs and numerous other league-leading figures made it decidedly unnecessary to question which hitter had the best year. I think it's a good time for this thread, as the title says this is the go to thread for ideas, rumors and deals the Braves make this year before the deadline. Hes often injured with only 1yr of control. "In early December,Atlanta BravescatcherTravis dArnaudlanded in Los Angeles after a cross-country flight to a phone full of notifications and a new teammate. Teams have only been in camp for a couple weeks, with exhibition games in the Grapefruit and Cactus Leagues starting up just last" I think his family will be fine, bro. And then there are the guys who have something to prove and who can't wait. @ceyhey Buxton would be intriguing. Love the fact they won but dont let it fog the lens of going forward. (But seriously, it was his job to lose entering spring IMO. Making his guaranteed money 5/170, the two options would be present to account for his performance at that point. Grossman, 33, signed a two-year, $10 million" What a waste of money. 30 home runs isnt too bad, but averaging only 15 after 2020 when he hit 18 in just 60 games isnt great. Zero chance theyll dump him. This is all contingent on what the Chicago Cubs plans are heading into the 2021 MLB trade deadline. Manaea would be a fantastic target for the Braves. You probably eat one of them and sit on the other. In their division their is no reason to believe they wont win again and then playoffs are a roll of the dice. Bully for you, Atlanta might be the stupidest thing youve written, and thats saying a lot. and attending classes he will get 60-90 days max based off past. But chances he leaves Atl are as good as Baltimore winning a Title. 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Youve never seen a big-league game end the way theBravesandRed" The night before" If theyre looking to stay at say the 180mil range (still a big increase) youre talking an extra 10mil in available payroll IF Freddie signs for 30mil a year. Locking up the entire infield would be solid defensively and at the plate. See: Joey Votto 2021. Braves fans; what was Richard Rodriguez like after they acquired him fron the Pirates? Then bat him him lead off. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports. February 27, CBS Sports Were the dinosaurs, Braves Sign Matt Swarmer To Minor League Deal, Braves Sign Joe Harvey To Minors Contract, Shohei Ohtani, Top 2024 MLB Free Agents After Manny Machado's New Padres Contract, Twins Claim RHP Dennis Santana from Atlanta, Clock-off confusion: MLB game ends with a pitch-clock violation. "Major League Baseball games are too damn long or at least that's what everyone has been saying forever. They could have traded any number of their star players at the deadline. We all love Freddie but giving him more than a 6 year deal is crazy. Thats two 4 WAR offensive players and a pitcher for the same cost as a single Freddie Freeman. History says they will keep him. Why would we overpay for Marte/Reynolds/Buxton? Cubs Rumors. + Another lesser minor leaguer (maybe Jesse Franklin 1B), Atlanta Braves Signs Coming off a 94 wRC+ season that saw him post just 0.6 fWAR between the Cubs and Braves, the Braves werent likely to exercise their half of the option if the decision had made it that far. 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With rookie standout Spencer Strider rapidly approaching a career-high in innings pitched during his professional career and Ian Anderson struggling to an 8.03 ERA in his last six starts, the Braves would be wise to add some starting pitching depth. It is the offseason so why cant MLB come to a conclusion so the Braves can move into whatever direction they need? Hes slashed .222/.278/.397 with 30 home runs and 82 RBI in 172 games since inking the deal. Use Waters or Pache for bench outfield trade Rodriguez He can be set on staying in Atlanta and still play the field for the best possible contract from the Braves. He went 3-for-3 with a two-run double in the Braves spring training defeat at the Minnesota Twins. Their biggest weakness right now has to be their horrendous bullpen. I think that you take a flyer on Rodriguezhes a potentially great, most likely solid right hander, and only expected to make 3.1 MM in arbitration. As long as Grissoms glove improves and his bat remains steady, Atlanta could have another star. The 34-year-old had been in Georgia for the weekend at former teammateDansby" They also have heralded prospects Cristian Pache and Drew Waters to work into the equation. I could see the Angels missing out on some of the bigger name pitchers and pivoting to Freddie. Hes been the heartbeat of the club for years, and he shows no signs of slowing down. "Most offseason headlines focus on star free-agent signings and for good reason. I expect hell rebound fine. . Duvall when hot carries a team; of the Atlanta outfielders he had the best numbers. For the players, they certainly should have positive associations from their time in Atlanta, and their popularity meters will be less sensitive in Atlanta than with a fresh fanbase. Yes, he plays first base, and that means hes not a particularly versatile asset. "Are commissioner Rob Manfred andMLBreally preparing a major push for a salary cap, a revival of the dispute that created the sports last massive work stoppage in 1994-95? While Soler and Rosario are the decorated heroes of this outfield foursome, Pederson and Duvall have been the active pair thus far. 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Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAtlanta Braves and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Likewise with Greinke. The Braves have begun negotiating an extension with Tim Hudson and his agent, Paul Cohen, according to MLB.com's Mark Bowman. Entering his age-28 season, there may yet be a career year lurking as well. Rangers Have Had Talks With Robbie Grossman, Apple TV makes decision on Katie Nolan announcing MLB games, How MLB pitch clock would impact famous baseball moments, Joe Jimenez Underwent Offseason Spine Surgery, Expected To Be Ready For Opening Day, Braves Michael Harris II: Bigger, stronger, aiming for more after storybook rookie season. Chances are this doesnt happen with an 88 win team 2 years in a row. Dodgers were 1st in attendance they have a 50k stadium. Dodgers seem likely to focus on their own FA. "Apple TV has made a decision about Katie Nolan for the 2023 MLB season. How Will The Braves Build Off Their World Series Title This Offseason? Letting Dansby Swanson walk in free agency was controversial, but the move seems justified. Join Newsletter. When you think about life without something said" Its not even March and the Hot Stove League is getting stoked to brow-singeing levels for next winter" Basically he was outperforming his peripherals in Pittsburgh. Wow! The Braves did that, largely, because. Use the Google and youll see. Hes likely seeking 6-8 years on a deal while we should only be giving 4-5. If a bad year or 2 of Freddie gets you 4 or 5 years of MVP caliber Freddie, Ill make that deal because other teams would. Atlanta has Ronald Acuna Jr., Ozzie Albies, Spencer Strider, Michael Harris, Austin Riley, Matt Olson, and even newcomer Sean Murphy on contract extensions, which is truly remarkable. 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