What happened: The Atlanta Braves are hiring Perry Minasian as a senior advisor, according to MLB Trade Rumors. Minasian returns to the organization where he will work alongside his brother Calvin Minasian. He previously worked in Atlanta's front office before being dismissed as Angels general manager in June.

Why it matters: Minasian bolsters an Atlanta leadership group that recently added Dana Brown as a senior adviser for amateur scouting. The front office continues to reassemble familiar executive voices as it prepares for the 2027 offseason. His arrival adds experienced guidance to support baseball operations.

What to watch: Atlanta turns its focus toward roster planning and the winter meetings ahead of the 2027 campaign.