For those clamoring for the Braves to move on from Nick Markakis this offseason, I regret to inform you that he will be back with the team next season. Like an old friend showing up at your wedding uninvited, it might initially be nice to see him again but eventually you’ll wonder what he’s doing there. Many Braves fans reasonably hope for an upgrade in the outfield after Markakis was only slightly above replacement level in 2019 yet was utilized as an everyday starter in the heart of the lineup.
Alex Anthopoulos said after re-signing Markakis that the team plans to use him as a platoon in left field and mentioned Adam Duvall as a potential platoon-mate.