"Thankfully, with questions abound coming off the suspension, Profar has been excellent since returning in early July. His numbers are equal to - if not better - than his career breakout season in 2024 with the Padres. His slugging numbers are through the roof, and he's walked more times than he's struck out since returning. His defense has even been less shaky over the last few weeks."
"Perhaps the most pleasant surprise of the second half - with a tip of the cap to Michael Harris, more to come soon - has been Hurston Waldrep. While it has been a rollercoaster for Waldrep since being selected in the first round by the Braves two summers ago, Waldrep made significant adjustments in the early months of 2025 and has established himself with one of the better months not only among rookies, but among all starters in the majors."
Jurickson Profar served a PED suspension that removed a key bat from the lineup for half the season, and his absence severely hurt the Braves' offense. Since returning in early July, Profar has produced numbers matching or exceeding his 2024 breakout season, with elevated slugging, more walks than strikeouts, and improved defense. The Braves remain committed to Profar for two more seasons and need him atop the lineup. Hurston Waldrep made major adjustments in early 2025, delivering one of the better months among rookies and starters, creating a rotation option for 2026 while managing innings limits to protect his arm.
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