Braves Target $150M All-Star as Ozuna Replacement

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00:00Braves Target $150 Million All-Star as Ozuna Replacement

00:05After a disappointing 2025, the Braves aim for aggressive off-season changes, with key

00:11decisions revolving around Marcel Ozuna. The veteran utilized his 10-5 rights to veto trades,

00:17but may now depart Atlanta. Deals previously stalled when Ozuna's agent couldn't agree on

00:22terms, maintaining his early veto leverage. If Ozuna isn't re-signed, the Braves may target

00:27Kyle Schwarber, addressing their designated hitter need. Though previously reluctant to

00:33trade from catching depth, if GM Alex Anthopoulos uses this strength to clear salary or reposition

00:39the roster, acquiring Schwarber becomes plausible, potentially reshaping Atlanta's lineup.

00:44The Phillies slugger won't come cheap. Schwarber is pursuing a five-year contract with about

00:50$30 million annually, totaling $150 million. This hefty price tag makes him potentially one

00:57of the highest-paid designated hitters ever. Ozuna's 2025 production downturn, following

01:04a career peak, questions Atlanta's future plans around him. Schwarber could inject much-needed

01:09left-side power as a prolific home-run hitter. If Anthopoulos secures him, the Braves gain another

01:15October performer alongside Acuna, Olsen, and Riley. Atlanta aims to rebound aggressively

01:21this off-season.