Braves Superstar Could Surprisingly Be Available; Red Sox Should Prepare Offer

Boston's dream right-handed slugger might hit the market

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The Boston Red Sox are desperate for a powerful right-handed bat.

Boston might bring back Tyler O’Neill, but an even more potent righty slugger could be available this offseason.

Starting now, the Red Sox will be closely monitoring the Atlanta Braves, who have some difficult payroll and roster decisions to make in the coming weeks.

The Braves as currently constructed are on track to exceed the competitive balance tax threshold in 2025 for the third straight year. Unfortunately for Atlanta, their surcharge will increase from 30 percent to 50…