As has been the case in recent weeks, Braves’ fan universes revolved around the question “Will the Braves bring Marcell Ozuna back?”
It was a fair and important question. Although we are not sure whether DH will be in the National League or not (although the signs point to no at the moment), we know that a Braves squad that had to operate with a pitcher and Ender Inciarte (at least from this moment) and without Ozuna it doesn’t … get excited. The Braves could have survived without Marcell, but it would certainly be a big blow.
That’s why yesterday’s report was at least somewhat encouraging, given that Braves remain in the mix in the Ozuna market. Jon Morosi went so far as to say that Braves are the current favorites for their services.
However, the optimism that existed was very cautious, as there were clearly other teams, such as the Dodgers and Rays at Ozuna and sports fans from Atlanta, if anything, know how to prepare to get hurt again. Fortunately, this did not happen as the Braves did, in fact, guarantee Ozuna in a very, very reasonable four-year contract this guarantees Ozuna US $ 65 million with a fifth year option. His low on the list of 40 men to hire Ozuna was Kyle Garlick, who was assigned to the mission. You are forgiven if you forgot that the Braves even had you on the list.
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MLB News
Trevor Bauer signs three-year, $ 102 million deal with Dodgers
The big news over the weekend across the league is that the best pitcher in the free agent market, Trevor Bauer, joins the best team in the league by signing a three-year contract with the Dodgers. A short-term deal, but with a high AAV and opt out, Bauer’s signature is a reminder that, until proven otherwise … the Dodgers are the bosses of the league for at least several years.
Mike Foltynewicz close to signing with Rangers
Mike Foltynewicz seemed to be on the verge of leading a rotation of young and talented Braves for years to come. Unfortunately, some very significant physical setbacks cost him not only that opportunity, but also removed him from the list of 40 Braves players. Now, it looks like he’s going back to Texas (he started his career with the Astros), as Rangers are trying to add him as a potential major league option.