Profar, one-time Texas infielder, now 32, broke into the big leagues at 19 but has been hampered by lack of playing time and uncertainty over how, when, and where he should be used. According to media reports, he had been pursued by several other clubs – including San Diego and Philadelphia – seeking to beef up their batting orders.

The Atlanta Braves awoke from their offseason slumber by adding a major piece to their 2025 roster, agreeing to a three-year, $42 million contract with free agent Jurickson Profar. He will receive $12 million this year and then draw a $15 million salary both of the next two years — a hefty raise on his $1 million salary in 2024.