Are the Braves Pivoting? A New Draft Philosophy in Atlanta

On Chuck & Chernoff, Chuck Oliver and Matt Chernoff discuss what could be a noticeable shift in the Braves’ draft philosophy. Chuck points to the growing number of shortstops featured prominently among MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 prospects and suggests Atlanta may be adapting its approach accordingly. After years of prioritizing pitching in the draft, the Braves recently leaned heavily into selecting shortstops, signaling a potential strategic pivot toward premium position players. The hosts explore whether this reflects a broader league trend that values athletic, versatile infielders who can move around the diamond, or a calculated adjustment by Atlanta to better align with prospect development patterns across baseball.