MLB.com's Mark Bowman reported the Atlanta Braves are willing to increase their payroll a specific amount before the start of the 2025 season.

The Atlanta Braves have been mostly inactive this offseason, but Bleacher Report's Kerry Miller argued that could change soon.

After being one of the best free-agent bargains last offseason, Jurickson Profar is reportedly joining a new team. Per ESPN's Jeff Passan, Profar

As the MLB offseason continues, the Braves have signed free agent outfielder and former Padre Jurickson Profar to a deal.

Profar, who had his best season in 2024, most recently played with the San Diego Padres and could to take the Braves' outfield to the next level.

The outfielder is set to make $12 million in 2025 and $15 million in each of the following two seasons, according to a release.

Profar, one-time Texas infielder, now 32, broke into the big leagues at 19 but has been hampered by lack of playing time and uncertainty over how, when, and where he should be used. According to media reports, he had been pursued by several other clubs – including San Diego and Philadelphia – seeking to beef up their batting orders.

Profar finalized a $1 million deal with the Padres last Feb. 24, then hit .280 with 24 home runs in a long-awaited breakout at 31.

After weeks and weeks of silence, the Braves are finally on the board, landing an important piece at a decent price.

Jurickson Profar finally put it together in 2024. Is it possible for him to match or beat those levels with Atlanta?

The Toronto Blue Jays, who have repeatedly struck out on top free agents two offseasons in a row, have been the most heavily rumored suitor of late. The San Francisco Giants, too, have long sought a big bopper and could use a first baseman.