Braves 3-Time All-Star's Projected Price Too Good To Pass Up
Summary
The Atlanta Braves are considering whether to keep Marcell Ozuna, a key offensive player, for the 2026 season. Ozuna's performance has declined, but he will explore free agency where the Braves and Texas Rangers are possible teams for him. His projected contract is around $12 million for one year.Key Facts
- Marcell Ozuna has played with the Braves for eight seasons.
- He had a four-year, $65 million contract with an option for 2025, which the Braves accepted.
- In 2025, Ozuna hit 21 home runs and batted in 68 runs over 145 games.
- His performance dropped compared to 2024 when he hit 39 home runs and had a .302 batting average.
- Ozuna's potential contract in free agency is estimated at $12 million for one year.
- Jim Bowden of The Athletic considers the Braves and Texas Rangers as possible fits for Ozuna.
- Ozuna's market value is estimated to be over $27 million for two years.
- In previous seasons, he has hit 40 home runs in 2023 and 39 in 2024 with 100 RBIs or more each year.
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