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Atlanta Braves News: Johan Camargo Shows up 18 Pounds Lighter

The Atlanta Braves third base spot is up for grabs in 2020. Johan Camargo has reported to camp in 2018-form and 18 pounds lighter.

Camargo and Austin Riley should have first dibs at competing for the job. In 2018, Camargo played in 134 games for the Braves slugging 19 homers, 76 RBI and posting a .272/.349/.457 slashline.

According to Fangraphs, Camargo posted a 116 wRC+ in 2018, with a 3.3 fWAR. He was good for an 8.9 UZR/150 and 7 defensive runs saved in 2018. He was a good defender and a good offensive player on an upward trajectory.