After a rocky 2025 season, the Atlanta Braves front office has been busy trying to put together a better product for the 2026 season. They have made several moves that, on paper, do exactly that.
They shored up their bullpen by signing Robert Suarez and re-signing Raisel Iglesias. They also went out and signed Ha-Seong Kim to serve as the team's shortstop, and struck a deal with Mike Yastrzemski to provide left-handed power and versatility in the outfield.
However, there are still a few holes the club needs to fill. They could use another frontline starter to pair with Chris Sale and Spencer Strider, and they could also use some depth at catcher.
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Braves' Mike Yastrzemski could be in store for a huge season at the plate
While the Mike Yastrzemski signing might not have turned many heads, it certainly could when the season kicks off. He has played in two terrible stadiums for hitters throughout his career: Oracle Park and Kauffman Stadium.
Moving to Truist Park, a hitter-friendly ballpark, could prove to be huge. Bleacher Report's Zachary D. Rymer tags him as a player to watch out for this upcoming season.
"It's also worth noting that this will be his first time calling a hitter-friendly park home, as he had previously played half his games in the offensive death valleys of Oracle Park and Kauffman Stadium."
Yastrzemski will likely work as a fourth outfielder for the club, but could see plenty of playing time, being able to play all three outfield positions.
He should be able to take advantage of the short porch in right field. On top of that, he will also provide Atlanta with a plus-arm outfielder. All in all, this could prove to be a great addition for the Braves as they look to bounce back in 2026.
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