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Braves Bring Back Closer Raisel Iglesias on One-Year, $16 Million Deal

The one-year pact reflects Atlanta’s bet on his late-season form.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JULY 18: Raisel Iglesias #26 of the Atlanta Braves pitches in the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Truist Park on July 18, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 24: The Atlanta Braves logo on a hat in the dugout in the first inning during game one of a doubleheader against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on September 24, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Atlanta announced a one-year, $16 million contract for the 2026 season to retain the 35-year-old closer.
  • Iglesias capped 2025 with 29 saves and a 3.21 ERA, surging to a 1.34 ERA from June 18 on and earning NL Reliever of the Month honors in August.
  • The move came on a busy night that also included acquiring utilityman Mauricio Dubón from the Astros for infielder Nick Allen.
  • Some outlets reported matching interest from the Dodgers and Blue Jays at around $16 million, though a Sportsnet reporter said Toronto made no formal offer.
  • The agreement secures the ninth inning and, per the AP, lets GM Alex Anthopoulos turn to shortstop and rotation needs after a season that exposed roster gaps.