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Braves may trade Ozzie Albies as contract decision looms

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 8:01 AM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Braves may trade Ozzie Albies as contract decision looms

Summary

The Atlanta Braves are reportedly considering trading Ozzie Albies, their longest-tenured player, who is in the final year of a $35 million deal. While the team exercised options for Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies for the 2027 season, sources suggest that Albies' performance has been less than exceptional, leading to speculation about a potential trade. Analysts believe changes are necessary after the Braves' offensive struggles post-June 2026. It remains unclear whether Albies will be dealt before free agency opens next winter or if he will stay through this season.

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•Braves may trade Ozzie Albies, their longest-tenured player.
•Albies is in the final year of a $35 million contract.
•Braves exercised team options for both Albies and Acuña Jr.
•Offensive struggles have led to speculation about roster changes.
•Analysts predict it might be time to shake up the team's core.

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8:01 AMYahoo Sports — Braves predicted to trade $35M fan favorite, two-time Silver Slugger winner, 4x Gold Glove winner

What they're saying

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The Atlanta Braves might be saying goodbye to their longest tenured player a little earlier than expected in this prediction. It ends what has been an up and down tenure with this veteran player.
— Yahoo Sports

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