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On YouTubeAtlanta Braves News / Tomahawk Take / 20 hours ago
Braves News: Vaughn Grissom in left field?, Sunday Night Baseball, more 
For the Atlanta Braves, the question of what was going to happen at shortstop in 2023 and beyond has been the central question. When Dansby Swanson ended
Dansby Swanson News / SportsTalkATL / January 19
Braves GM talks handling free agent losses like Freddie Freeman and Dansby Swanson
The Braves have said goodbye to franchise greats Freddie Freeman and Dansby Swanson in back-to-back offseasons, and it’s expectedly bothered Braves Country.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 18
Predicting the 2023 stats of each Braves player — Vaughn Grissom
This continues my series where I predict the stats of each Braves player, moving on to arguably the most pivotal position heading in 2023. Vaughn Grissom
Dansby Swanson News / FanNation Fastball / January 16
Dansby Swanson Posts New Instagram Photos with Wife Mallory Swanson
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson recently posted new photos on his Instagram account with his wife Mallory Pugh Swanson. The couple was dressed up nicely, in what appeared to be professionally photographed pictures.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 10
Ron Washington adamant that Vaughn Grissom will work out for Braves
The kid that Braves Country is going to be watching in 2023 is Vaughn Grissom. He is 22 years old with 41 games under his belt and will be stepping in for an All-Star, Gold Glove veteran in Dansby Swanson for a team with World Series aspirations.
Chicago Cubs News / FanNation Fastball / January 5
What Was the Chicago Cubs' Best Move of the Off-Season?
As the Chicago Cubs make their final moves of the off-season and prepare for spring training, conversations around the city of Chicago will move away from "What should the Cubs do this winter?" to "How did the Cubs do this winter?".
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 4
Braves 2023 FanGraphs Projections By Position: Shortstop
With MLB rosters nearly set as we approach Spring Training, I find it’s the perfect time to look at FanGraphs’ projections for the 2023 season. This continues
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / January 3
Braves relying on youth to capture 6th straight NL East title
The Braves have had a shockingly quiet offseason, with their only splash coming in another trade with the Athletics for Sean Murphy. They understandably let Dansby Swanson walk, who signed a lucrative extension with the Cubs worth $177 million, but what not many people expected is they didn’t bring in anyone else to replace him.
Chicago Cubs News / The Cold Wire / January 2
Where Does Nico Hoerner Fit In With Dansby Swanson Joining The Cubs?
Nico Hoerner saw his first full season at shortstop with the Chicago Cubs during the 2022 MLB season. While 2022 was his fourth season playing in the majors, it was 2022 when fans saw the full extent of his talent.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 30
Braves could be interested in multiple Padres up for trade
According to reports, the Padres are open to discussing trades involving their center fielder and second baseman.
Atlanta Braves News / FanNation Fastball / December 29
Mallory Pugh Posts More Honeymoon Photos with Husband Dansby Swanson
US Women's National Team star Mallory Pugh, posted more photos on her Instagram account from her honeymoon with her husband, Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson, earlier this week.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 28
What happens if Vaughn Grissom doesn’t work?
In a stunning development this offseason, the Braves seem totally confident in the ability of Vaughn Grissom to fill the shoes of Dansby Swanson. Following Atlanta’s disappointing exit in the NLDS, I thought there was a very good chance we’d seen the last of Swanson in a Braves uniform.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 28
The Braves are officially over the luxury tax threshold
Much has been made about the Braves payroll entering 2023. Prior to doing anything this offseason, they were already set to have the highest payroll in franchise history — slightly below the luxury tax threshold, a place they have never been before.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 27
The Braves will receive a boost for their farm system after losing Dansby Swanson
After Dansby Swanson signed with the Chicago Cubs, the Braves are set to receive a boost to their farm system, which is probably the worst in baseball right now.
Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 25
Will the Braves suffer from a lack of leadership following the departure of Dansby Swanson?
If you followed the breadcrumbs left by MLB insiders throughout the offseason, the Dansby Swanson news shouldn’t have shocked you over the weekend. The Braves were well below what other clubs were offering, and while I do believe Swanson would have taken a discount to stay, he wasn’t going to leave $50+ million on the table.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / December 22
Braves GM says Dansby Swanson made 'every effort' to stay in Atlanta
Elaborating on why the Braves and Swanson couldn't reach an agreement, Anthopoulos said that while both sides negotiated in good faith, ultimately, the "gap was too great" between how high the team was willing to go and the Cubs' lucrative offer.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 21
Dansby Swanson: Signing with Cubs 'personal to me'
Signing with the Chicago Cubs feels like the fulfillment of a family dream for shortstop Dansby Swanson. "Being a Cub means more to me than people would realize," Swanson said Wednesday during his introductory press conference at Wrigley Field.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 21
Watch: Emotional Dansby Swanson tells powerful story of how late grandfather influenced decision to join Cubs
Dansby Swanson was officially introduced as a member of the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday and told media members how his late grandfather influenced his decision.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21
Dansby Swanson bids farewell to Braves with social media message
Dansby Swanson bid farewell to Atlanta Braves fans via social media this week, days after signing with the Chicago Cubs. Swanson signed a seven year, $177 million contract with the Cubs over the weekend.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 17
Dansby Swanson inks seven-year, $177 million deal with Cubs
Swanson is cashing in on the first All-Star campaign of his seven-year MLB career, signing a massive deal with the Cubs.
MLB News / Field Level Media / December 17
Report: Cubs finalizing deal with SS Dansby Swanson
The Chicago Cubs are finalizing an agreement with free agent shortstop Dansby Swanson, according to multiple reports Saturday. According to the New York Post, it is a seven-year deal worth $177 million and has a full no-trade clause with no opt outs.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16
Report: Dansby Swanson not close to signing as several teams remain in play
Teams like the Cubs, Twins, Dodgers, Red Sox and incumbent Braves have all been tied to Swanson, but there’s no indication he’s especially close to a deal.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 15
Report: Surprising AL East team 'seriously considering' Dansby Swanson
Swanson is the last of the star shortstops remaining on the market. He is in a great position after his peers all landed massive deals.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15
Identifying the best landing spots for Dansby Swanson
Dansby Swanson's destination will surely be influenced by how the shortstop market has already played out after the Phillies, Giants and Padres landed three of the top four at the position, leaving Swanson as the best one still unsigned.
MLB News / Sportsnaut / December 15
It appears to be a two-team race for free-agent SS Dansby Swanson
Dansby Swanson is one of the last big names left in MLB free agency and the chase for his services could be widdling down to two specific organizations.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 11
Dansby Swanson could sign with major Braves rival in free agency?
Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Sunday that the free agent shortstop Swanson appears to be a possibility for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Swanson, an All-Star and Gold Glove winner in 2022, remains unsigned after spending the first seven seasons of his career on the Atlanta Braves.
Atlanta Braves News / Larry Brown Sports / December 9
Report: Braves in danger of losing All-Star shortstop
If the All-Star winds up leaving, the Braves might have a tough time explaining to fans how a second star player in as many offseasons left the organization while seemingly feeling alienated by the front office.
Atlanta Braves News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
Braves, Dansby Swanson have reportedly had minimal negotiations this offseason
Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports that Swanson and the Braves “haven’t had any legit negotiations since the offseason began.”
MLB News / Sportsnaut / December 8
Chicago Cubs could round out MLB free agency with All-Star shortstop
The Chicago Cubs have been active in free agency so far. They may be looking to add one more All-Star signing.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 7
AL Central team joins Dansby Swanson sweepstakes
Swanson’s going to command a significant deal. He won the NL Gold Glove award at shortstop in 2022, and he’s coming off arguably the best offensive season of his career.
Atlanta Braves News / Sportsnaut / November 24
Dansby Swanson has reportedly priced himself out of Atlanta Braves market
The Atlanta Braves would like to retain All-Star shortstop Dansby Swanson during MLB free agency.
Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 23
Is Dansby Swanson out of the Braves' price range?
According to David O'Brien of The Athletic, all signs point to Swanson donning another MLB uniform this spring. Appearing on MLB Network Wednesday, O'Brien said that following Swanson's 2022 All-Star campaign, the shortstop has "priced himself out of Atlanta."
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