Key offseason dates for Braves fans to know now that the World Series is over

The Atlanta Braves face a critical offseason calendar following the conclusion of the World Series, with potential labor uncertainty looming. General manager Alex Anthopoulos must navigate an exclusive five-day negotiating window with impending free agents such as Tyler Mahle and Raisel Iglesias before full free agency opens on November 2. An expected flurry of activity could precede the December 1 expiration of the collective bargaining agreement, which may trigger an MLB lockout.

Key upcoming milestones include the November 17 deadline to resolve club options, where Atlanta is expected to pick up options on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies. The Braves must also make decisions regarding six arbitration-eligible players by the November 20 tender deadline. Subsequent events, including the Winter Meetings and Rule 5 Draft in December, remain uncertain due to the anticipated work stoppage.