Atlanta Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos spoke with the media following Monday’s roster announcements. When discussing Nick Markakis’ return on a one-year, $4 million deal, Anthopoulos said that the team has spoke with him about platooning in left field and mentioned Adam Duvall as a potential right handed compliment per The Athletic’s David O’Brien.
#Braves are bringing back Markakis with intention of him platooning in left field, and they discussed that with him before re-signing him, Anthopoulos said. AA mentioned Duvall as platoon option in left with him.
— David O'Brien (@DOBrienATL) November 4, 2019
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