Orlando Arcia: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 22

Scott Blewett opens and Orlando Arcia re-enters lineup for Braves vs. Cardinals

The Braves are indeed going with an opener to start tonight’s game against St. Louis. During the preview for today’s game, I noted that it seemed likely that Nathan Wiles was going to get the ball today.

Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / April 6

Orlando Arcia returns to lineup for Sunday Braves series finale against Marlins

It’s been a few days since we’ve seen Orlando Arcia as the starter but he’ll be getting the chance (if weather cooperates). The weather forecast for Truist Park isn’t looking great as there appears to be rain in and/around the area.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / April 3

Are the Braves replacing Orlando Arcia?

The Braves losing streak continued in disastrous fashion last night, blowing a five run lead in a game most never gave them a chance to compete in. Bryce Elder was on the mound, who was probably seventh in line when Spring Training began.

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Atlanta Braves News / Talking Chop / March 29

Orlando Arcia returns to the lineup as Jarred Kelenic remains in right field

The shortstop rotation turns back to Orlando and Kelenic continues to get run at the back of the lineup after his homer last night. The shortstop rotation turns back to Orlando Arcia and Jarred Kelenic continues to get run at the back of the lineup after his homer last night.

Athletics News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 28

Braves Offseason Shortstop Acquisition Getting Start Against Padres

The Atlanta Braves are giving another shortstop a try just one game into the season. Manager Brian Snitker has penciled in Nick Allen as the starter over Orlando Arcia.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / March 16

The Atlanta Braves have a shortstop problem

Orlando Arcia was one of the worst hitters in baseball a year ago. He was also one of a select few Braves regulars to stay healthy. That was ironically detrimental to the team’s performance.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / March 13

Could Orlando Arcia’s job be in jeapordy?

The Braves were shockingly quiet this offseason, failing to address several of their needs. Both the starting rotation and bullpen will be relying on unproven guys, and shortstop remains the club’s most glaring weakness.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / March 11

Competition Arising at Shortstop for Braves in Spring Training

It’s been a bit since this was emphasized but the narrative holds. The Atlanta Braves have a shortstop dilemma, and it’s only gotten more complicated in Spring Training. Orlando Arcia is now 1-for-15 with three walks in Grapefruit League play.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / February 24

Braves Roster Battles Heat Up as Orlando Arcia Faces Shortstop Challenge in Spring Training

Braves Roster Battles Heating Up as Key Position Fights Take Center Stage in Spring Training As spring training unfolds, the Atlanta Braves are facing some tough decisions when it comes to finalizing their roster for the upcoming season.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Braves Prospects, Arcia’s Bounce-Back, and Anthopoulos’ Plans

Prospects Making Waves Catcher Drake Baldwin continues to draw attention as one of the Braves’ most promising young players. His stock has risen significantly, with Fangraphs placing him among their top 100 prospects in baseball.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 28

Braves GM on replacing Orlando Arcia at shortstop

Of all the holes the Braves needed to fill this offseason, the outfield was by far the most glaring. Alex Anthopoulos addressed that by signing All-Star switch-hitter Jurickson Profar to a three-year contract on Thursday.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 21

Braves Predicted to Acquire All-Star SS in Early Deadline Prediction

The Atlanta Braves’ offseason isn’t finished yet, and predictions for the trade deadline are already starting to emerge. Bleacher Reports’ Tim Kelly is projecting in his way-too-early deadline predictions that the Braves will acquire Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette at the trade deadline.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / January 15

Braves Sign Contact-Hitting Dominican Shortstop: Report

The Atlanta Braves have yet to add a shortstop to compete with Orlando Arcia this offseason. But to open the international signing period, the Braves signed Dominican shortstop Yassel Garcia.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / December 18

Braves Named Potential Landing Spot for SS Upgrade

The Atlanta Braves' transition to Orlando Arcia at shortstop after the departure of Dansby Swanson worked very well for one season. But it didn't look like such a great move in its second year, and a lot of baseball analysts have argued the Braves shouldn't give Arcia a third season.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 8

Braves free agent replacement for Orlando Arcia comes off the market

While many believed Juan Soto would start the party this offseason, Willy Adames inked the first massive deal for a position player free agent, inking a seven-year, $182 million contract with the Giants, according to Jeff Passan.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 29

International free agent could be Orlando Arcia replacement for Braves

While it might be at the top of every fan’s wishlist, the Braves might not feel the same way about upgrading Orlando Arcia. Was he good last offseason?

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / November 20

Under the radar Orlando Arcia replacement might be available

There’s a very real possibility that Orlando Arcia is the Braves Opening Day shortstop again in 2025, even after a dismal 2024 campaign, simply due to the lack of options available.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 19

Former All-Star Named Braves Top Offseason Trade Candidate

Baseball pundits have connected the Atlanta Braves to a couple different potential shortstop upgrades early this offseason. If the Braves do execute a transaction to acquire another shortstop, veteran Orlando Arcia will immediately become expendable.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 17

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Atlanta Braves News / Field Level Media / August 31

Orlando Arcia, Braves bid to battle boo birds in Philly

Every time Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia has stepped into the batter's box at Citizens Bank Park in 2024, he has been greeted by boos from the Philadelphia Phillies fans.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 13, 2023

Watch: Braves shortstop gets into it with Phillies fans

The Braves shortstop yelled back at the fans, then stuck out his tongue and waggled his fingers, like an angry child. Eventually Ronald Acuna Jr. pulled him back, but Orlando Arcia remained hot.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 13, 2023

Braves doomed themselves in NLDS with unnecessary distraction

The Braves seemed to take themselves out of the series at some point between Games 2 and 3.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 12, 2023

Orlando Arcia upset that comments on Bryce Harper leaked out of clubhouse

Atlanta Braves shortstop Orlando Arcia learned a hard lesson for major league athletes - sometimes you have to be careful about what you say around the media, even if they aren't directly talking to you.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 11, 2023