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Jurickson Profar's 162-game suspension looms large over the Braves, stripping them of a key bat and forcing a reshuffle in the lineup. With $18 million in luxury tax savings now at their disposal, the front office has to find a way to replace Profar's production, possibly leaning on Mike Yastrzemski and Eli White to step up in this crucial moment. Manager Walt Weiss remains optimistic, insisting that someone will rise to the occasion, but the reality is stark,losing a player like Profar is akin to a season-ending injury. Meanwhile, the Braves flexed their muscles in an exhibition game against Team Colombia, showcasing their depth and readiness, but the looming question remains: how will they adapt and respond to this unexpected setback as the season draws near?


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How Braves can replace Profar's production in lineup
MLB.com · 20h ago
How Braves can replace Profar's production in lineup
NORTH PORT, Fla. -- Once the appeal process is complete, Braves players and coaches might have more to say about Jurickson Profar again testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance. But for now, they are speaking about Profar’s 162-game suspension like they would a season-ending injury suffered by a key
30 teams, 9 tiers: Where does your club fit in '26?
MLB.com · 22h ago
30 teams, 9 tiers: Where does your club fit in '26?
Our annual tradition is back. Each spring, we look forward to the upcoming season by breaking down the 30 teams into eight or nine somewhat-subjectively defined tiers, grouping together those in similar situations. We've done it for several years now, and it's a fun way to get ready for the
Braves News: Roster cuts, prospects, and domination
Battery Power · 12h ago
Braves News: Roster cuts, prospects, and domination
Well in the aftermath of Jurickson Profar’s suspension, the Braves are down a (presumably) productive bat, but up $18 million dollars when you include luxury tax savings. That Mike Yastrzemski signing looks even more important now and Eli White is really not a bad platoon partner for him. That said, for a team that wanted […]
Braves rout Team Colombia (and themselves) in exhibition action
Battery Power · 20h ago
Braves rout Team Colombia (and themselves) in exhibition action
In a proceeding that attempted to redefine “exhibition, nonetheless televised for your enjoyment or something like it,” the Braves routed Team Colombia as a warm-up before the latter proceeds into World Baseball Classic play later this week. It’s tempting to describe Team Colombia’s efforts in this game as “going through the motions,” but that wouldn’t […]
Braves: Sans Profar, 'someone's gonna step up'
ESPN · 16h ago
Braves: Sans Profar, 'someone's gonna step up'
Braves manager Walt Weiss says he's disappointed following Jurickson Profar's suspension, but remains confident "someone's gonna step up" in the outfielder's absence.
MLB Mailbag: Braves, Profar, White Sox, Mariners
Mlbtraderumors · 11h ago
MLB Mailbag: Braves, Profar, White Sox, Mariners
This week's mailbag gets into Jurickson Profar's PED suspension and how the Braves might compensate for it, a potential embarrassment of infield riches for the White Sox, the Mariners' rotation depth, and much more. Jeff asks: Where do the go after the Profar suspension news? Who is available and what will the trade price be? […]

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