Atlanta Braves Rumors: Three Players That Could Get Dealt
By Jason Reed
Adonis Garcia
Adonis Garcia is the Atlanta Braves’ starting third baseman, as you may know. Although Garcia is more than likely going to head into opening day as the starting third baseman, there is a good chance the Braves may deal him this season. The Braves have many options at third base with utility men Chase d’Arnaud and Jace Peterson.
Then, instead of holding on to Garcia and creating a log-jam at nearly every position, the Braves could deal the third baseman for talent they need. Garcia could get a good return for the Braves as well, as a playoff team needing a third baseman would likely overpay for him. Heck, the Braves could even throw in one of their lower-rated prospects and get a pretty decent big league return for Garcia.
Last season Garcia batted .273 with 14 home runs and 65 runs batted in. While they are not significant numbers, they do spark some interest in opposing MLB teams. That is why the Braves should deal Garcia. They won’t lose much in replacing him with Jace Peterson or Chase d’Arnaud, and he could bring in something such as a much-needed pitching prospect.
As I stated in an Angels article of a similar topic, a perfect team for a third baseman would be the Boston Red Sox. I would not be surprised to see Pablo Sandoval released if he cannot perform, and the Red Sox need a gateway third baseman until Rafael Devers is ready.
The Red Sox would likely do a straight swap between Garcia and young, promising arm Eduardo Rodriguez. The Braves would only add to a promising young pitching core, and the Red Sox would get what they need.