Braves' Alex Anthopoulos Discusses Free Agents and Rotation Needs

The Atlanta Braves, who recently lost to the Dodgers in the NLDS, held a press conference where president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos discussed the team's future. Anthopoulos indicated that the Braves would engage with their free agents before the market opens after the World Series.

Among the players mentioned were Tyler Mahle and Mauricio Dubon, with Anthopoulos expressing confidence in Dubon as a shortstop, despite the position being a significant area of need for the team. Dubon, who played 153 games this season, had a batting average of .276 and hit 12 home runs. The Braves may consider re-signing Dubon while also seeking another player to share shortstop duties.

Mahle, who performed well after joining the Braves, is also a candidate for re-signing to bolster the rotation, which faced injuries this past season. Anthopoulos acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding pitchers Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach, emphasizing the need for additional pitching support. The future of outfielder Jurickson Profar remains unclear, as he is under contract but has faced multiple suspensions. The Braves are weighing their options regarding his potential release.