The number of MLB managerial openings grew on Monday, with the somewhat unexpected news that Padres manager Mike Shildt is retiring. While this likely does not have a major impact on the Braves process
to fill their own opening, it is one more attractive job for potential candidates to consider.
As we all know, Alex Anthopoulos will move at his own pace and will be complete and thorough in ensuring the right decision is made. However, it is also hard to deny that if Anthopoulos clearly has a person in mind, getting the decision made sooner than later likely has multiple benefits. Not only does it prevent other teams from swooping in to make a better offer, but it is one box checked for what likely is a busy off-season ahead.
Braves News
Demetrius Bell looks at the latest when it comes to Ha-Seong Kim. While MLB.com’s Mark Bowman reports Kim is expected to decline his $16M player option, Kim himself remains undecided. However, it is hard to deny the logic in Bowman’s assessment, as Kim would likely have plenty of suitors.
In the AFL, Patrick Clohisy had a really productive week among Braves prospects.
Ivan does his usual incredible work as he looks into how Matt Olson will perform in 2026.
MLB News
The Dodgers won Game 1 of the NLCS thanks to a dominant start from Blake Snell.
After pitching was the story of Game 1, the Mariners offense came alive in Game 2 to go up 2-0 on the Blue Jays in the ALCS.
Ryan Flaherty could emerge as a popular managerial candidate in the coming days.
Former MLB player Sandy Alomar Sr., father of Sandy Alomar Jr. and Roberto Alomar, passed away on Monday.
