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By signing reliever Robert Suarez and outfielder Mike Yastrzemski in the span of 24 hours, Atlanta has given itself flexibility to further improve.
The Braves added more versatility to their roster on Wednesday night, when they signed Mike Yastrzemski to a two-year, $23 million contract. Yastrzemski will earn $9 million in 2026 and $10 million in 2027.
The Atlanta Braves made one of their biggest moves of the offseason by bolstering the team’s bullpen. Former San Diego Padres pitcher Robert Suarez is one of the best closers in baseball and the 2-time All-Star is headed to Atlanta, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
Yastrzemski comes from a Hall of Fame bloodline, but he's made his own name as a righty-mashing corner outfielder.
A few weeks after parting ways with two of their top relief options from the 2025 season, the Braves now find themselves with one of baseball’s best setup man/closer duos. Robert Suarez further strengthened Atlanta’s bullpen on Thursday,
The Atlanta Braves are continuing to reshape their roster ahead of the 2026 season, announcing the signing of two veteran players.
With Acuna back at full strength, the Braves have turned their attention to reshaping the roster around him. On Wednesday, the team made a notable move by adding outfielder Mike Yastrzemski on a two-year contract worth $23 million.
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