The Atlanta Braves designated shortstop Orlando Arcia for assignment following the reinstatement of Ronald Acuna Jr. due to Arcia's poor performance, batting just .194 in the 2025 season. After a notable 2023 where he made the All-Star team, Arcia struggled last season, leading to his benching in favor of Nick Allen. The Braves may seek a more permanent solution for their shortstop position, with MLB analyst Dan O'Dowd suggesting a trade for Blue Jays' Bo Bichette, although he doubts Toronto's willingness to part with him at this stage in the season.
"I think the Braves need a bat. But I think they need that kind of bat," O'Dowd said Thursday. "High contact, low strikeouts, use the entire field."
Alan also appears to be a stopgap for the Braves until they find someone to fill that role permanently.
Arcia has been ice cold to start the 2025 season, batting just .194 with a .445 OPS through 14 games.
O'Dowd did question if the Blue Jays would be willing to give up Bichette, suggesting they are too all-in on this season.
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