"However, on Sunday, the focus of Braves Country was on franchise legend Dale Murphy and his latest opportunity to get into the Hall of Fame. Unfortunately, Murphy did not get the required votes from the Contemporary Baseball Era voting process. Jeff Kent was the only former player voted in during the process. For Murphy, it is yet another disappointing result in his effort to get into the Hall of Fame, a place many feel he deserves to be."
"Alex Anthopoulos was pretty clear that the Braves still have plenty to take care of this offseason as he arrived at the Winter Meetings. One positive piece of news is that Grant Holmes is considered to be healthy by the Braves after rehab. AJ-Smith Shawver, in the midst of a potential breakout season, unfortunately had to undergo Tommy John Surgery in 2025."
"AJ-Smith Shawver, in the midst of a potential breakout season, unfortunately had to undergo Tommy John Surgery in 2025. Kyle Schwarber continues to be the most buzzed about player going into the Winter Meetings. He has plenty of interested teams, i ncluding an aggressive offer from the Pittsburgh Pirates. On the trade market, Ketel Marte of the Diamondbacks could be the biggest prize of all, with plenty of teams showing interest."
The Winter Meetings began in Orlando with multiple Braves and league storylines in focus. Dale Murphy did not receive the required Contemporary Baseball Era votes for Hall of Fame induction, while Jeff Kent was the only former player elected through that process. Alex Anthopoulos indicated the Braves still have significant offseason business to complete. The organization considers Grant Holmes healthy following rehab. AJ Smith-Shawver underwent Tommy John surgery in 2025, ending a potential breakout season. Kyle Schwarber drew the most Winter Meetings buzz with multiple suitors and an aggressive Pirates offer. Ketel Marte is a widely pursued trade target.
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