BALLER MOVE: Draft target ~ 80CURRENT ADP: ~95 overallANALYSIS: Marcell Ozuna is a fresh face on a new squad in 2020; yet, his draft stock remains modest despite the upgrade in surroundings. After five years as a Marlin and two as a Cardinal, Ozuna is Atlantas likely cleanup hitter just as their youth movement hits its stride.Josh Donaldsonracked up 190 R+RBI there despite hitting only .259 in the role last year.I say only because Ozunashouldexceed that, and more batted balls mean moreRonald ...

When Josh Donaldson signed with the Minnesota Twins, it appeared the Atlanta Braves would be left with a giant hole in their batting order. But do not worry, as they have fixed that problem to the best of their ability in signing outfielder Marcell Ozuna. The 29-year-old Ozuna turned down the St. Louis Cardinals' $17.8 million qualifying offer to test the free-agent market. After a few months of negotiating for a multi-year deal, Ozuna settled for a one-year $18 million deal with the Braves. ...

Everyone longs for a repeat of 2017 for Marcell Ozuna, but they fail to appreciate serviceable performances. Despite a year with struggles, there are multiple reasons to take advantage of his depreciation. Ozunas 2019 season wasnt too far off, statistically, from his performance in 2018. Actually, he had better counting stats across the board. He hit 29 home runs with 89 RBI. Ozuna even snuck in 12 stolen bases last season, though he isnt very fast (27.4 ft/sec) However, bad luck led to a ...

The Atlanta Braves and outfielder Marcell Ozuna agreed to a one-year, $18 million deal on Tuesday, according to sources familiar with the deal. Ozuna will hit in the middle of Atlanta's order and help replace the power production of third baseman Josh Donaldson, who signed with the Twins. Ozuna, 29, slashed .241/.328/.472 with 29 home runs, 89 RBI and 12 stolen bases in 130 games for the Cardinals in his second season in St. Louis in 2019. His batting average was a disappointment to his fantasy ...

The Atlanta Braves are still searching for a middle-of-the-order bat to replace third baseman Josh Donaldson, and outfielders Marcell Ozuna and Nicholas Castellanos are seen as the most likely options. Ozuna and Castellanos are both by far the two best available bats on the free-agent market. Both offer solid power profiles at the corner outfield spots. Although neither can play the hot corner in Atlanta, their presence would certainly help make up for the loss of Donaldson's thump in the ...

Free-agent outfielder Marcell Ozuna said he's basically deciding between the St. Louis Cardinals and Rangers in free agency. Ive been in St. Louis and I like the city. My first option will be St. Louis. If they step up I will stay, if not I will find a new home," Ozuna said. St. Louis just traded away Jose Martinez and prospect Randy Arozarena, so it makes a little more sense for them to re-sign Ozuna now. The 29-year-old hasn't quite reached the lofty totals he posted in his final year in ...

The market for outfielder Marcell Ozuna is gaining steam, and the Reds, Cardinals and Rangers appear to be the front-runners for his services at this time, according to a source. Along with Nicholas Castellanos, Ozuna is the top corner outfield bat on the open market going into the new year. While he remains a streaky hitter, his pop with the lumber should remain attractive to fantasy owners no matter where he lands. Ozuna slashed .241/.328/.472 with 29 home runs, 89 RBI, 80 runs and a ...

The Arizona Diamondbacks have checked in on outfielder Marcell Ozuna, but they aren't considered among the players for Ozuna's services, according to sources. Arizona could be a viable landing spot for Ozuna if he's still available later in the offseason. Landing in Arizona would be a nice fit for the 29-year-old Dominican, but it remains to be seen if that's a reality. Ozuna hit .241/.328/.472 with 29 home runs, 80 runs, 89 RBI and 12 stolen bases in 485 at-bats for the Red Birds last season. ...

The Texas Rangers and Chicago White Sox are both interested in outfielders Marcell Ozuna and Nick Castellanos, according to sources. Ozuna hit .241/.328/.472 with 29 home runs, 80 runs, 89 RBI and 12 stolen bases in 130 games in his second season with the Cardinals, while Castellanos hit a combined .289/.337/.525 with 27 homers, 100 runs scored, 73 RBI and two steals in 615 at-bats between the Tigers and Cubs in 2019. Castellanos finished off extra hot with the Cubs and doesn't have draft-pick...

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Marcell Ozuna plans to reject the team's one-year, $17.8 million qualifying offer to become a free agent, but his representatives met with the Cardinals on Tuesday to explore a multi-year contract. Ozuna has had early interest from at least half a dozen teams, including the Reds, according to two sources. The White Sox and Rangers are also interested, and the Braves are another possible suitor. St. Louis would like to clear paths to playing time in the outfield ...