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ESPN gives Braves a grade for signing Ha-Seong Kim

The Braves took care of the shortstop position by bringing back Ha-Seong Kim on a one-year deal worth $20 million, a signing that earned a B+ grade from Bradford Doolittle over at ESPN.

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Should the Braves feel comfortable with the bullpen?

The Braves have spent a whopping $61 million so far upgrading a bullpen that was essentially depleted to start the offseason. It began with the decision to re-sign Raisel Iglesias to a one-year, $16 million contract.

Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / December 16

Braves get their shortstop, what is next?

Late last night, the Atlanta Braves announced they are bringing back shortstop Ha-Seong Kim on a one-year, $20 million contract. By opting out of his player

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 16

Offseason Efforts Building Confidence That Braves Can Bounce Back

The last week or so has flipped the outlook of the Atlanta Braves' offseason on its head. For a time, the big move was re-signing Raisel Iglesias, and perhaps they had an option at shortstop who could move around the field in Mauricio Dubon.

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Anthopoulos Hopeful Kim Brings Long-Term Edge to Braves

The Atlanta Braves pulled off a major addition, or in this case, a re-addition, of a key position player for next season. Ha-Seong Kim is sticking around on a one-year contract.

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Braves find their everyday shortstop in Ha-Seong Kim

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Ha-seong Kim News / Field Level Media / December 16

Braves land SS Ha-Seong Kim on 1-year, $20M deal

Ha-Seong Kim, who joined the Atlanta Braves late last season, will stick around for at least one more year. The 30-year-old free agent signed a one-year, $20 million contract with the Braves on Monday, and he will remain the team's starting shortstop, according to Atlanta's president of baseball operations, Alex Anthopoulos.

Osvaldo Bido News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15

Braves Designate Osvaldo Bido For Assignment

The Braves designated swingman Osvaldo Bido for assignment. That’s the corresponding 40-man roster move for the Ha-Seong Kim signing, which the club has officially announced.

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Ha-seong Kim News / SportsTalkATL / December 15

Braves ink Ha-Seong Kim to one-year deal

According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Atlanta Braves have signed shortstop Ha-Seong Kim to a one-year pact worth $20 million. Kim opted out of his player option with the Braves earlier in the offseason, which would have paid him $16 million.

Ha-seong Kim News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15

Braves Re-Sign Ha-Seong Kim

The Braves are bringing back Ha-Seong Kim on a one-year, $20MM contract, per a club announcement. The team designated right-hander Osvaldo Bido for assignment to open the necessary 40-man roster spot.

Drake Baldwin News / Athlon Sports / December 15

Braves' Drake Baldwin Personal News Emerges Amid MLB Offseason

The Atlanta Braves are heading into the 2026 season with optimism about returning to playoff contention after a disappointing 2025 campaign. While Atlanta still boasts a strong core of superstar talent, catcher Drake Baldwin emerged last year as one of the team’s most underrated contributors.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 15

Braves Announce Change to Date of Opening Day

For those looking to attend opening day for the Atlanta Braves, you're going to need to adjust your calendar. The team announced that the opener against the Kansas City Royals has been moved back one day to Friday, March 27.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 15

Best remaining free agent fits for the Braves

The Braves have filled many of their holes already this offseason. The bullpen was a disaster entering the winter, but by re-signing Raisel Iglesias and acquiring Robert Suarez, it now looks like a strength moving forward, and Anthopoulos might not be done adding to it.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 15

ESPN grades Braves deals for Robert Suarez and Mike Yastrzemski

Immediately after the MLB Winter Meetings, the Braves made their two most significant acquisitions of the offseason, inking a two-year deal with Mike Yastrzemski and a three-year contract with former Padres closer Robert Suarez.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 15

Are the Braves going to make this same mistake again?

Based on a recent interview on MLB Network Radio, Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos appears to be placing a heavier emphasis on upgrading the shortstop position than adding a proven starting pitcher to the rotation.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 15

Don't Count on Braves Acquiring World Series MVP Shortstop

As the Atlanta Braves continue to look for improvements to their roster, they might have to accept that it won’t be a top option over in Arlington, Texas.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 14

Potential Braves 2026 Bullpen Promising After Recent Additions

Two major signings during the offseason have anchored the Atlanta Braves' bullpen for 2026. They have their closer and their setup man ready to go. All-Stars back-to-back should help build some confidence in the team’s ability to put the dagger in to seal the deal. However, that’s just two guys.

Ronald Acuna Jr. News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. Sends Message After MLB Free Agency News

The Atlanta Braves have undergone a lot of change after missing out on the postseason in 2025, yet there is plenty of reason for optimism heading into next year as they aim to return to the MLB playoffs.