Drake Baldwin named National League Rookie of the Year - Drake Baldwin News
Baldwin won the award comfortably, securing 21 of the 30 first-place votes, beating out Cade Horton, who received the other nine. Baldwin was a valuable bat for Atlanta throughout the 2025 campaign, slashing .274/.341/.469 with 19 home runs, 80 RBI, and 56 runs scored in 124 games.
Michael Siani claimed off waivers by Atlanta - Michael Siani News
Siani, who turns 27 in July, spent the bulk of last season at the Cardinals' Triple-A affiliate, where he slashed .209/.307/.329 with eight home runs and 28 stolen bases. He will now head to Atlanta hoping to secure a larger role.
Joel Payamps outrighted by Atlanta, likely to elect free agency - Joel Payamps News
Payamps struggled in 2025, posting a 6.84 ERA over 30 appearances split between Milwaukee and Atlanta. However, he is expected to draw interest from other teams based on his prior success, having posted a 2.78 ERA over 137 regular-season appearances for the Brewers from 2023-2024.
Pierce Johnson becomes free agent after option declined - Pierce Johnson News
The decision to decline the option was somewhat surprising, as Johnson has posted a 2.91 ERA with a 158:49 K:BB over 139 innings during his last two-and-a-half seasons in Atlanta. He is expected to draw plenty of interest as a free agent.
Ozzie Albies has club option exercised by Braves - Ozzie Albies News
Albies struggled before undergoing surgery in September to repair a hamate fracture in his left hand. He should be healthy heading into spring training.
Chris Sale has club option picked up by Braves - Chris Sale News
Sale battled injuries, but he returned to his elite status this past season when he was healthy. At this point in his career, he remains an injury risk and could be pitching on limited innings but he is an elite option when he is healthy.
Ha-Seong Kim opts out of contract - Ha-Seong Kim News
Kim had a $16 million player option that he could have exercised, but he will now test the free agent market. The 30-year-old will likely receive an offer from the Braves considering their needs at shortstop.
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