Braves sign All-Star closer Robert Suarez
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The addition of Robert Suarez makes the Atlanta Braves' bullpen one of the most feared units in baseball, and improves a pitching staff that has the chance to be one of the best in the game.
Robert Suárez is on the move for the first time in his career. After declining his player option with the San Diego Padres and entering free agency, the star closer signed a three-year, $45 million deal with Atlanta, the team announced Thursday. Jeff Passan of ESPN first reported the deal.
After securing the signing of Robert Suarez, the Atlanta Braves are looking to position themselves as serious contenders in the 2026 MLB season.
After signing a three-year, $45 million deal with the Braves on Thursday, Robert Suarez spoke about what led him to Atlanta. When asked why he chose the Braves over other interested teams, Suarez made it clear that the organization's reputation played a major role.
The Atlanta Braves have had a busy week making additions to the roster, and these moves bring a level of enthusiasm for them and who is coming in
Former New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso appears to be a popular target at the winter meetings. But of all the teams interested in him, the Mets, Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox have emerged as favorites to sign the first baseman, per MLB.com's Mark Feinsand.