MLB Rumors: Dansby Swanson, Braves Open Talks over Contract Extension

According to a report, the Atlanta Braves are trying to keep Dansby.

Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported that the National League East team has opened extension talks with the infielder.

"There's been less whispered pessimism about these talks," Heyman said, noting that the same agency represents Freddie Freeman, who was unable to reach a deal with the Braves.

The re-signing of Braves infielder Dansby Swanson would be a blow to teams who will be searching for a new infielder. There is a chance that all of the players will be free agents after the 2022 season.

As discussions begin, one of those names could be removed from the list.

It's no surprise that Atlanta wants to keep him. He made the first All-Star game of his career this season after helping lead the team to a championship in 2021.

After hitting a career-best 27 long balls a year ago, Dansby has 16 home runs and 65 runs scored this season.

He hit two home runs in the World Series and proved he can deliver in clutch moments. The Braves are in a wild-card position, so he may have more chances to do that.

It would help his bargaining power.