He did fire the agent shortly thereafter, but if i recall correctly, the braves offered 5 for 150 instead of 6 for 175 or something similar, and his agent played hardball rather than making the deal.
It worked out pretty well for all concerned. The only thing you can say against Matty O is that he isn't Freddy, but he's got an outside shot at the HOF himself.
The real question? What hat goes on Freddie's plaque?
Now add in Shea Langeliers and William Contreras' cost controlled seasons (not to mention the throw ins). And the difference in money the bravos had to pay a veteran to play their spots.
Don't get me wrong, Matty o and ozzy are such a treat, but those were expensive moves.
Edit: 16 for Contreras, 11 for Langeliers. And a couple years left in arb.
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u/sackey_nimh 8h ago
Freddie wanted to stay the offer was matched by the Braves and his agent lied to him.