Who Could Get Waived: Potential Rule Changes, Austin Riley, and Hector Neris

By Darragh McDonald

Rumors are still being confirmed, but the Braves may have just acquired two more players to add to their already impressive roster.

With the new rule changes coming into effect next season, teams will be forced to make some tough decisions about who to keep on their roster.

The Braves are no exception, and there are a few players who could be on the chopping block.

The most significant rule change coming next season is the implementation of a universal DH.

This means that the pitcher will no longer bat in the National League, which could have a major impact on the Braves' lineup.

Another rule change that could affect the Braves is the new “ghost runner” rule.

This rule states that if a team has a runner on second base with two outs, the runner will automatically advance to third base.

This could lead to more runs being scored, which could put more pressure on the Braves' bullpen.

One player who could be affected by the new rule changes is Austin Riley.

Riley is a third baseman who has been one of the Braves' most consistent hitters in recent years.

However, with the universal DH coming into effect, Riley could find himself without a position to play.

Another player who could be on the chopping block is Hector Neris.

Neris is a reliever who has been a key part of the Braves' bullpen in recent years.

However, with the new “ghost runner” rule, Neris could find himself with less opportunity to pitch in high-leverage situations.

The Braves have a lot of decisions to make ahead of the 2025 season.

The new rule changes could have a major impact on the team's roster, and it's possible that some fan favorites could be on the way out.