The Atlanta Braves lost one of their top free agents today. Backup catcher David Ross agreed to a new deal with the Boston Red Sox worth $6.2 million for the next two seasons. The deal is pending a physical.
Ross has been a main part of the Braves for the past four seasons, being the primary backup to starting catcher Brian McCann. He hit .256 with nine home runs and 23 RBI's this past year. He also hit a big two-run home run against the Cardinals in the wild card, putting the Braves on top for their only lead of the game. He has also played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cincinnati Reds, the Pittsburgh Pirates, the San Diego Padres and even played eight games with the Red Sox in 2008.
Re-signing him was a top priority for general manager Frank Wren this off season. This could be a scary sign for Braves fans. Not only does Wren have to find a new backup catcher, but someone that will be able to start while Brian McCann misses the beginning of next season. Also, if Wren didn't complete this deal, what will he do with his other top priorities for free agents this off season?
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