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Parker struggled to a 6.58 ERA in 39 2/3 innings out of the bullpen in 2026, but he did post a 4.29 ERA and 1.30 WHIP in 151 innings back in 2024, so the Braves obviously believe there is something they can work with. He’s currently on the 60-day injured list after undergoing elbow surgery in July, so the Nationals chose not to keep hold him on their 40-man roster.

Groshans, a first-round pick (12th overall) from the 2018 draft class (Blue Jays), had a nice season in the minor leagues in 2026 — slashing .276/.339/.576 with 33 homers, 88 RBI and a 91/42 K/BB ratio over 495 plate appearances between Double-A Columbus and Triple-A Gwinnett. He’s likely to open the 2027 season at the Triple-A level.

The former top prospect has never been able to put it all together at the MLB level and is probably better suited as a utility player, which the Braves have plenty of use for. Bruján appeared in just nine games for the Mets in 2026, going 1-for-11 (.091) with one RBI in his 13 plate appearances. He spent the bulk of the season at Triple-A Syracuse where he slashed .278/.385/.421 with five homers, 34 RBI and 16 stolen bases in 258 plate appearances. He’ll add quality depth for the Braves.

Brown was the Braves’ VP of scouting from 2019-22 before being hired as the Astros’ GM. Ronit Shah has since replaced him in that role in Atlanta and will keep the gig.

Profar is 5-for-11 in three games. He obviously really needs to get some at-bats after his half-season PED ban in 2025 and full-season suspension in 2026. It’s unclear if the Braves, who have him under contract for one more year, are going to give him another shot, but if he’s released, some other team will probably pick him up for the minimum and let him play.

Like teammate Ronald Acuna Jr., Albies is on a very team-friendly contract which made this option an easy decision for the club to exercise. The 29-year-old second baseman hit .237/.293/.392 with 22 long balls, 73 RBI and four stolen bases in a massive 683-plate appearances while playing in all 162 games for the Braves in 2026.

This one was an absolute no-brainer as the 28-year-old outfielder remains on a very team-friendly contract. While not elite, he had a solid all-around season in 2026, slashing .255/.345/.451 with 20 homers, 55 RBI and 21 stolen bases in 469 plate appearances across 107 ballgames. Even with his extensive injury history, he’s likely to be a top-30 selection in all fantasy drafts next spring.

That’s a rare pitching performance in the AFL, especially coming from a 20-year-old. McKenzie was the Braves’ fourth-round pick in 2025, though it took first-round money to lure him away from LSU. He has a 5.79 ERA in four starts in Arizona after posting a 2.08 ERA in 26 innings over seven starts in the minors this year. He probably won’t be a factor in the majors in 2027, but his is definitely a name to know.

The 29-year-old outfielder had been added to the Braves’ roster for their Wild Card series against the Phillies, but he was removed for the NLDS once Lane Thomas (intercostal) was healthy enough to contribute. Keirsey then passed through waivers unclaimed. He’ll continue to function as extra outfield depth for the Braves.

The Braves didn’t want Wisely to hit the free agent market, so they made room for him on their 40-man roster. The 27-year-old infielder spent the entire 2026 campaign at the Triple-A level, slashing .281/.399/.436 with 11 homers, 65 RBI, 29 stolen bases and a 104/77 K/BB ratio across 517 plate appearances. He should have a chance to compete for a utility role with the Braves in 2027.