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Braves News: Matt Olson named Silver Slugger finalist, front office changes, and more

As we trudge through award season, Matt Olson is in the running for yet another award. It was announced Thursday that Olson is a finalist for the Silver Slugger award. The winner will be announced November 17. Olson has already…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:08 PM
Braves News: Matt Olson named Silver Slugger finalist, front office changes, and more
Key Things to Know
  • Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson has been named a finalist for the Silver Slugger award.
  • Silver Slugger award winners will be officially announced on November 17.
  • Olson has already won both a Gold Glove and a Fielding Bible award this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson was named a finalist for the Silver Slugger award on Thursday, with winners scheduled to be announced on November 17. Olson has already secured hardware this season, having captured both a Gold Glove and a Fielding Bible award after previously winning the Silver Slugger in 2023.

In addition to award updates, the Braves are reuniting with Perry Minasian, who returns to the front office following his tenure with the Los Angeles Angels. Elsewhere in the league, the New York Mets hired former Atlanta minor league hitting coordinator Johnny Washington as their co-hitting coach.

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