4. Jurickson Profar
The Braves should explore if Profar has a market if they are willing to eat this season's portion of Profar's contract. The outfielder made a decision that actively cost the Braves and ruined Atlanta's one noteworthy signing of the 2025 offseason. It is going to be difficult to put Profar back in the starting lineup, understanding the outfielder cannot contribute when the regular season ends. This suspension covers any potential postseason berth as well.
Profar isn't going to have an easy time returning to the Braves after the way things have ended. The team could be wise to see if there is any market for the remaining two years on his deal. Much like Kelenic, this could simply be the Braves exploring the market to see if anyone wants to swap problems.
Jurickson Profar returning to Atlanta is going to upset team chemistry, forcing a tough choice. You either keep Profar on the bench or bench someone who deserves starting reps to prepare for potential postseason pressure. It is a no-win situation ,Atlanta should look to escape.
5. Grant Holmes
Atlanta's rotation that appears locked in is Chris Sale, Spencer Schwellenbach, Spencer Strider, and AJ Smith-Shawver. This means one of Holmes or Elder is going to have to be demoted or shift into the bullpen. Holmes would help solidify your bullpen, or could become a surprise trade chip if the team believes Elder can maintain anything close to his recent production.
Holmes has been a valuable piece for Atlanta; however, if the right deal requires parting ways with the starter, the Braves won't hesitate. It must be noted as well that any potential additions to Atlanta's rotation would likely shift Holmes back into the bullpen.
This approach is most likely with Atlanta's well-established bullpen concerns. Shifting Holmes back into last year's roles gives you an option that has experience in high-leverage situations and can offer a bit of length as well. No matter how it plays out, the future of Holmes is far from certain.