Atlanta Braves launch their offseason with a bang, signing veteran closer Raisel Iglesias to a $16 million deal and trading for Gold Glove utility man Mauricio Dubón. Can Atlanta’s revamped bullpen and upgraded bench depth propel them back to the top of the NL East?

Jake Mastroianni examines the bold moves by Alex Anthopoulos, breaking down Iglesias’ consistency, the lingering questions around his first-half struggles, and Dubón’s elite defensive value and versatility. The conversation spotlights the Braves’ remaining holes—most notably at shortstop and in the bullpen—while raising key questions: Is Dubón a viable everyday answer, or just a stop-gap? Do these signings signal a more aggressive approach to spending in Atlanta? Tune in for sharp analysis on how these transactions set the stage for the rest of the Braves’ pivotal offseason.

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