Atlanta Braves Should Target Alex Gordon This Winter

Aug 9, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves center fielder Michael Bourn (2) watches a game against the Miami Marlins in the fourth inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

A few weeks ago, the scenario seemed fairly straightforward:  the Braves’ needs for 2016 could be boiled down to these:

• Release Chris Johnson, obtain a new third baseman
• Resolve the ‘future catcher’ situation – whether via Christian Bethancourt or an acquisition
• Trade for a left field bat

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This shopping list has actually been clouded up a bit lately, though, with 2 major trades.

• Johnson is gone – in fact, the Braves are now completely out of “sons of John” after having starting the year with three of them.
• Third base now looks to be set for the next five years via Hector Olivera.
• Now we have an outfield crush – Nick Markakis, Cameron Maybin, and Michael Bourn all on the roster – with Mallex Smith knocking on the door.

But the Braves still – clearly – need another bat, and I have a name that fits for Atlanta… like a glove.

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