Ozzie Albies Key to Braves’ Success in 2025
The Atlanta Braves had a quiet offseason, with their only major signing being Jurickson Profar on a three-year, $42 million deal.
Despite this, the Braves remain contenders thanks to their strong core, which includes Ozzie Albies at second base.
Ozzie Albies: Braves’ Long-Term Answer at Second Base?
🏆 3x All-Star & 2x Silver Slugger
đź“Š Career Stats: One of the best offensive second basemen when healthy.
đź“ť Contract: Under team control through 2027 with affordable club options.
Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report believes the Braves are set at second base for the long haul:
“Albies remains one of baseball’s best offensive second basemen when healthy. His team-friendly deal runs through 2025, but includes a pair of $7 million club options for 2026 and 2027. He is a candidate for an extension beyond that point.”
Health is the Key
⚠️ Injury History:
🔹 2022 – Missed 64 games
🔹 2024 – Missed 99 games
When healthy, Albies is a 30-HR, 100-RBI player, as seen in 2021 and 2023. But he struggled in 2024, hitting .251/.303/.404 with just 10 home runs.
Can Albies Stay on the Field?
If Albies avoids the injured list, the Braves should be in great shape for 2025. He remains a vital piece of Atlanta’s championship hopes.
