"This time, the club agreed to a three-year, $45M contract with closer Robert Suarez. He will make $13M in 2026 and $16M in each of his remaining years. Previously with the San Diego Padres, 34-year-old Suarez put together what was arguably the best season of his career. In 2025, he managed a 2.97 ERA through 69.2 frames. He turned in 40 saves in 45 chances and recorded 9.69 strikeouts per nine innings. He's got 77 career saves to accompany his 219 strikeouts."
"To make room on the roster, the club designated left-hander Ryan Rolison for assignment. More Braves News:Our 2025 season review series continues with Hurston Waldrep. The Athletics reportedly signed reliever Mark Leiter Jr. to a one-year deal, pending a physical. The Kansas City Royals agreed to a one-year, $5.25M deal with outfielder Lane Thomas. He could earn an additional one million in incentives. The Baltimore Orioles will formally announce their five year deal with Pete Alonso on Friday morning."
The Atlanta Braves agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract with closer Robert Suarez. He will make $13 million in 2026 and $16 million in each of his remaining years. Previously with the San Diego Padres, the 34-year-old posted a 2.97 ERA across 69.2 innings in 2025, converted 40 saves in 45 chances, and averaged 9.69 strikeouts per nine innings. Suarez has 77 career saves and 219 career strikeouts. To make room on the roster, the Braves designated left-hander Ryan Rolison for assignment. Additional signings include Mark Leiter Jr. to Oakland, Lane Thomas to Kansas City, and an upcoming Pete Alonso announcement in Baltimore.
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