Braves Sign Jurickson Profar to Three-Year, $42 Million Deal

The former All-Star outfielder joins Atlanta following a breakout season, filling a critical gap in their outfield lineup.

Jurickson Profar, 31, signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the Atlanta Braves after a career-best season with the San Diego Padres in 2024.
Profar posted a .280 batting average, 24 home runs, 85 RBIs, and earned his first All-Star selection and Silver Slugger Award last year.
The Braves aim to solidify their outfield with Profar as their starting left fielder while awaiting Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return from ACL surgery later this season.
Atlanta's general manager Alex Anthopoulos described Profar as the second-best free-agent bat available, behind Juan Soto, and believes his 2024 performance is sustainable.
Profar's signing marks the Braves' first major offseason acquisition, addressing a key need as they look to compete in the NL East against rivals like the Phillies and Mets.