Braves May Sever Ties with 3-Time All-Star After Injury Mishap: Insider
Summary
The Atlanta Braves are considering not renewing Ozzie Albies' contract option for next season due to his recent injury and performance struggles. Albies, a three-time All-Star, fractured a bone in his hand, adding to a series of injuries that have affected his play. The team is evaluating whether he can return to form after his latest setback.Key Facts
- The Atlanta Braves finished their season with a 74-83 record and missed the playoffs.
- Ozzie Albies has played all 157 games this season but posted his worst batting statistics.
- Albies suffered a hamate bone fracture in his left hand recently.
- Hamate bone injuries generally take about six weeks to heal.
- Braves insider Mark Bowman suggested the team might not renew Albies' $7 million contract option for next season.
- Albies had a prior wrist injury last year, impacting his performance this season.
- The Braves must decide if Albies can effectively play in the future, given his injury history.
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