Braves Face Free Agency Challenges with Key Players

The Oakland Athletics traded shortstop Nick Allen to the Atlanta Braves for pitcher Jared Johnson, as Allen's playing time had diminished due to the emergence of Jacob Wilson, the A's future starting shortstop. Meanwhile, catcher Danny Jansen, who was acquired by the Boston Red Sox from the Toronto Blue Jays, is now a free agent and predicted by some to sign with the Braves. The Braves, seeking a strong rotation for 2025, are reportedly interested in signing pitcher Jack Flaherty to a three-year deal. Additionally, the Braves risk losing key players like Max Fried and Travis d'Arnaud to free agency as they seek to bolster their roster. In the broader MLB context, Corbin Burnes, a top pitcher, is expected to draw significant interest in free agency, with teams like the New York Mets and Yankees likely contenders for his signature.