Braves Decline Club Option on Travis d’Arnaud, Making Him a Free Agent

The Atlanta Braves have made a significant roster decision by declining the club option on catcher Travis d’Arnaud, as announced on Monday, November 4, 2024. This move makes d’Arnaud a free agent, marking the end of his tenure with the Braves under the current contract terms.

d’Arnaud has been a key player for the Braves, contributing to their success in recent seasons. However, the decision to decline his option suggests the team is looking to explore other options or manage their payroll differently. The exact financial details of the declined option have not been publicly disclosed.

In addition to the decision on d’Arnaud, the Braves also made other roster moves. They exercised the club option on outfielder Marcell Ozuna, ensuring he will remain with the team for the upcoming season. This contrasts with their decision on d’Arnaud, highlighting the team’s strategic approach to roster management.

The move comes as part of the broader landscape of MLB contract option decisions. Other notable moves include pitcher Sean Manaea opting out of his contract with the New York Mets, further reshaping the free agent market for the upcoming season).