Braves face arbitration calls on Elder, Lee with raises projected

Elder projected at $4M in first eligible year

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

What happened: MLB Trade Rumors projects five Atlanta Braves players as arbitration-eligible this offseason, led by Bryce Elder at $4 million and Dylan Lee at $4.2 million. The list also includes James Karinchak at $1.1 million, Michael Grove at $1 million and Joey Wentz at $900,000.

Why it matters: Elder's first arbitration case will signal how the club values a cost-controlled starter entering a pay jump from $810,000. Lee's rise from $2.2 million to $4.2 million carries the largest payroll impact among relievers. The figures set up tender decisions as Atlanta shapes its 2027 roster and payroll.

By the numbers: Elder: $4M projected ($810,000 current); Lee: $4.2M ($2.2M); Karinchak: $1.1M; Grove: $1M ($546,524); Wentz: $900,000 ($900,000). Luke Williams was designated for assignment after the club selected Danny Young's contract.

What to watch: Atlanta must decide on tendering contracts before the offseason deadline, with hearings possible if deals are not reached.

Sources

Yahoo MLB 2026-10-14T18:09:36.243483+00:00

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