Bleacher Report's Tim Kelly argued the Atlanta Braves should re-sign designated hitter Marcell Ozuna and not trade him at the MLB deadline.

With Michael Harris II finding his power stroke, Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting .375 after missing almost a full season and Marcel Ozuna fighting through a hip issue, the Braves are hoping their offensive recovery has not come too late.

The Atlanta Braves are a mess. Yes, they finally won a series for the first time in almost a month, but with a record of 29-38, they're 14.0 games back of the N

Marcell Ozuna would be a huge trade chip for the Atlanta Braves if they chose to cash in. The 34-year-old designated hitter has been one of Major League Baseball's premier sluggers over the last three years,

In hopes of keeping Ozuna in the lineup all season, the Braves told the slugger to be “judicious on the base paths."

The “Trading Marcell Ozuna” call from some began before the Atlanta Braves got home from the West Coast after Spring Training. It was hyperbolic then, but much less so now. The Braves’ rapid descent into the Draft Lottery is in its third week now.

Though Ozuna is committed to staying in the lineup, the Braves might be forced into a brutal decision for the fan favorite, particularly given his contract situation. After signing a four-year, $65 million deal with the Braves, Ozuna is on a final season with the team before he has the chance to become a free agent.

The Atlanta Braves won on Monday night, but remain in freefall until further notice. The Braves are in fourth place in the NL East, 13.5 games back of the first

After previously looking at all the starting pitchers who could hit the trade block this summer, let's pivot to the hitters who may be the top prizes available.