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Braves Expected to Move On From Marcell Ozuna After Down Year

Analysts now see a qualifying offer as the path to draft compensation.

Overview

  • The 34-year-old DH will reach free agency after six seasons in Atlanta following a 2025 line of .232/.355/.400 with 21 home runs and 68 RBIs.
  • After a hip-affected decline from his 2023–24 peak, multiple outlets predict Atlanta will let him walk rather than lock in another year at DH.
  • Reporting says midseason trade efforts stalled when Ozuna exercised 10-and-5 approval rights, either personally or via his agent.
  • A roughly $22 million qualifying offer has been floated as a way for the Braves to secure draft compensation if he signs elsewhere.
  • Early speculation names the Mariners and Rangers as potential landing spots should he leave Atlanta.