"With 2026 literally two days a way, the hope of better fortune for the Braves next year and beyond compared to 2025 certainly comes into focus. And while the Braves have made plenty of moves this off-season that rightfully make them a better team for next year, it is hard to deny the biggest need for this team is a few of their core members getting back on track."
"More specifically, Austin Riley and Michael Harris II come to mind as core members the Braves need more consistency from. Mark Bowman of MLB.com explored this exact topic on Michael Harris II, with no one more aware of the need to get better than the player himself. Harris II has shown multiple times in his career he is fully capable of being a two-way difference maker, but consistency is key."
The Braves enter 2026 seeking improved results after 2025. Offseason additions have strengthened the roster, but the largest need is for core players to regain consistent form. Austin Riley and Michael Harris II are identified as key members who must produce more reliably for the team to reach expectations. Michael Harris II has shown the ability to be a two-way difference maker in multiple seasons, yet consistency remains a limiting factor. Brendan Donovan continues to draw trade interest around the league, while the Cardinals have incentive to wait for the best possible return.
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