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Should Mauricio Dubón Remain the Atlanta Braves Starting Shortstop?
Atlanta Braves' shortstop battle heats up: Should Mauricio Dubón keep the job when Ha-Seong Kim returns? Jake Mastroianni breaks down Dubón’s breakout 2026 campaign, comparing his elite defensive metrics and surprising offensive surge to Kim’s established track record and $20 million contract. With Dubón providing Gold Glove defense and posting a 123 WRC+, does he deserve to remain the Braves’ everyday shortstop—even when Kim is healthy?
Key topics include the sustainability of Dubón’s offensive production, Kim’s edge in walks and base-stealing, and how Atlanta’s front office might factor…
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