3+ week, 3+ day ago (282+ words) This obviously isn't the case for some pieces, as Chris Sale and Ozzie Albies both already have had their team options exercised for the 2026 season. Two obvious decisions that keep two key starters on the team. However, that isn't the case for much of the roster, with three key players standing out as pieces who are no longer a fit. There should be zero consideration of bringing back a pitcher who appears to be heading for retirement. Even if the starter opted to make a surprise return, it shouldn't be in Atlanta. Morton's story with the Braves has come to an end, one that will be forever remembered for his role in the 2021 World Series run. There were times when Williams was legitimately Atlanta's best emergency relief option. This speaks to just how awful the bullpen truly was when your…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago (320+ words) The Atlanta Braves made a predictable move earlier this week, opting to exercise the player option on Ozzie Albies for the 2026 season. It doesn't come as a sur Braves Make Obvious Decision Bringing Back Infielder Ozzie Albies for 2026 Season It was only the 2023 season that the second baseman hit .280 and drove in 109 while playing above-average defense. There is a reason to wonder if Albies can still find this version of himself. Perhaps a healthy offseason will prove to be the missing piece to turn back the clock. The infielder is only 28, leaving every reason to believe that great seasons are still in front of the undersized slugger. With this in mind, Atlanta made the obvious choice in hopes that Albies would turn back the clock. If this were to happen, the lineup overnight looks drastically different with the second baseman…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (434+ words) It seems the Atlanta Falcons have very few recent decisions that aren't aging poorly. Across the league and throughout the Falcons roster, there is no shortage of examples of Atlanta mistakes. One recent example is linebacker Nate Landman, who has become a star for the Los Angeles Rams. The defender was rewarded with an in-season extension, with NFL Insider Ian Rapoport reporting the deal. Rapoport detailed the extension: "Nate Landman agreed to terms on a 3-year, $22.5M deal with $15.6M guaranteed, source said. He was playing under the veteran minimum deal of $1.1M this year." This points out the fact that the Falcons could've easily returned the defender to the current lineup and had a clear upgrade over their current starting options alongside Kaden Elliss. This would be far easier for Falcons fans to overlook if it were an outlier and not the…...

4+ day, 20+ min ago (337+ words) New York had a $342.3 million payroll in 2025, only behind the Los Angeles Dodgers, and still, they failed to make the postseason. The Mets spent over $120 more than the Braves a season ago and managed all of seven more wins for their troubles. This obviously signaled a reset that started with Alonso and hasn't slowed down early in the offseason. That's without mentioning that Jeff McNeil is reportedly being shopped, with the infielder's salary not matching his performance over the past two seasons. Now, trading away outfielder Brandon Nimmo clearly reeks of desperation for a franchise that will forever remain in the shadow of the city's superior franchise. Building on this is the fact that star closer Edwin Diaz turned down New York's qualifying offer and is slated to hit free agency at the end of the year, along with a…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago (91+ words) The Atlanta Falcons just allowed over 200 yards rushing in a loss to the Colts. Now losing four straight games, Atlanta needs to make changes quickly. The Atlanta Falcons faced a massive overhaul on defense in the past NFL draft when they selected two edge rushers and two safeties. With a defense as young as Atlanta's, there were always going to be growing pains that this group would be forced to fight through. Here are three potential fixes for the issues facing the Falcons on the defensive side of the ball....

1+ week, 3+ day ago (400+ words) Even if Cousins were to play at a high level, you still would have the opportunity to consider the signing with Willis poised to become a free agent at the end of the year. The quarterback could be enticed to return home with a chance to start, with Penix's path back remaining very much in question. Willis is the perfect bridge starter in the fact that he is an unknown with possible upside. The starter hasn't had enough reps since joining head coach Matt LaFleur's team to fully know his ceiling. It would be a cheap investment with high upside for the Falcons. The veteran signal-caller has played in two Super Bowls and offers a level of stability, even if there is a clear ceiling at this stage of his career. The Falcons are in such an odd position, not…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago (388+ words) The Atlanta Braves' choice to move on from star first baseman Freddie Freeman has aged as poorly as any decision in recent franchise history. Opting to allow a National League rival to steal your most consistent hitter shockingly hasn't aged well, and now Freeman is a three-time World Series champion after winning back-to-back championships with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Atlanta fans are facing the difficult reality that a former cornerstone of the franchise has cemented a legacy with the Dodgers. It very much calls into question how his career will be remembered. No longer is it clear whether Freeman will be going into the Hall of Fame as a Brave. There is a real argument to be made that his MLB career will be defined by his time with Los Angeles. A difficult truth that is simply unavoidable when you…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (206+ words) No matter how the rest of the 2025 season plays out, it is beyond clear that the Atlanta Falcons are badly in need of improved receiver depth. Veteran receiver It is a clear sign that Coleman appears to be on his way out in what could be a great opportunity for a reclamation project for the Falcons. The pass catcher is 6'3 and showed the ability to consistently win contested catches at the college level. Getting on the same page with Allen has proven to be more elusive thus far in Coleman's career, for one reason or another. This is especially the case if the current GM and head coach pairing of Terry Fontenot and Raheem Morris remains in place. It is impossible to believe the duo won't be facing a great deal of urgency, and Coleman fits that description. Bringing the…...

4+ day, 23+ hour ago (288+ words) Atlanta jettisoned Blewett off the roster for Craig Kimbrel, who made one scoreless appearance before being taken off the roster himself. It was a move that indicated where the Braves' season was heading and told of how lost the front office had become. Taking Blewett off the roster was always an odd decision with the right-hander showing a surprising penchant for coming up in the clutch. Twice in his time with Atlanta, the Braves threw the righty on the mound in extra innings with a ghost runner at second, and each time Blewett found a way to extend the game and give Atlanta a chance at the win. For Blewett, it had to be a frustrating tenure, and a reason why signing a minor league deal with Atlanta was unlikely to be highly considered. It would've been a great depth…...

4+ day, 53+ min ago (357+ words) Penix has yet to play a full season's worth of games and is already missing extended time with a knee injury. All of this paints a rather bleak picture that appears to have Morris on track to become an offseason firing. With that said, Atlanta's win against the New Orleans Saints with Kirk Cousins' improved play opened the door for Morris to save his job if the Falcons can pull off the improbable. This is a franchise that hasn't had a winning season since 2017, which carries an obvious amount of weight, and leaves the incredibly low bar of simply finishing 2025 with a winning record. If Morris and the Falcons can win five of the final six games to finish above .500, the 49-year-old HC might get another chance to lead the team. Looking at the Falcons' schedule, it isn't impossible, but…...