The Atlanta Braves won on Monday night, but remain in freefall until further notice. The Braves are in fourth place in the NL East, 13.5 games back of the first

In hopes of keeping Ozuna in the lineup all season, the Braves told the slugger to be “judicious on the base paths."

The Atlanta Braves are nine games out of a Wild Card spot and 13 1/2 games back of the National League East lead. They could start trading some pending free agents near the trade deadline.

Though Ozuna is committed to staying in the lineup, the Braves might be forced into a brutal decision for the fan favorite, particularly given his contract situation. After signing a four-year, $65 million deal with the Braves, Ozuna is on a final season with the team before he has the chance to become a free agent.

Ozuna made it clear after Sunday's game to David O'Brien of The Athletic ($) that he's been dealing with a tear in his right hip for weeks, causing him to not rotate fully when he swings. He's been playing through it, and even homered on Sunday for Atlanta's only run, but he's clearly compromised to an extent.

MLB player prop bets and odds for Marcell Ozuna on Monday, June 9, 2025, as the Atlanta Braves take on the Milwaukee Brewers.