Ozzie Albies has had a nightmare season, right along with the rest of the Atlanta Braves.
But would they actually trade him?
If they do, The Athletic writes that the New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants are the two best fits for him, along with the Angels.
"Perhaps the season has gone south enough for Atlanta and for Albies that a player with notoriously inexpensive team control through 2027 becomes available," The Athletic writes. "Albies is in the midst of his worst big-league season by far, and since 2022, he’s posted a league-average OPS while missing significant time with injuries. There’s still value in the talent and the contract for an acquiring team, and Atlanta’s farm system could use a kickstart."
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The switch-hitting second baseman is a bargain for two more seasons after this one, with $7 million team options. The Braves could make a strong case for keeping him around.
If not, the Yanks and Giants could inquire.
New York has already had a bit of infield controversy, and if Albies came in, Jazz Chisholm would probably have to move back to the spot he doesn't prefer, third base.
The Giants haven't solved second base yet, and Albies could be the answer.
Atlanta might be wise to keep him, but if the Braves truly decide it's time to cut their losses with Albies, the Yankees, Giants and many other teams should give them a call.
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