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Fangraphs projections set cautious 2027 bar for Braves and Marlins

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Fangraphs projections set cautious 2027 bar for Braves and Marlins

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Early 2027 outlooks point to cautious expectations for the Braves and Marlins. Fangraphs’ projections anticipate a solid but potentially less-than-star-level season from Ronald Acuña Jr. amid expected missed time, while forecasting Matt Olson, Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies near their recent performance levels. The Marlins rank 21st in an early power ranking after finishing 80-82; retaining Sandy Alcantara strengthens the rotation, but the team is seen as needing bullpen help and broader roster additions to contend. In 2027 fantasy rankings, upside is a key consideration, while Red Sox infielder David Hamilton Durbin’s high contact rate is offset by weak power and poor quality-of-contact measures.

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