Kim's late-season arrival gives Atlanta a versatile, defense-first shortstop with a respectable bat, offering a low-risk path as the club bridges to Lodise and Southesene. The $2 million option for a month or $16 million for a one-year deal shapes 2026 planning and fantasy relevance.

Iglesias anchors the back end as the Braves’ trusted closer, Kim belted his first Braves homer in win form, and Flame Graphs-sourced analyses frame the acquisition with cautious optimism. Waldrep’s resurgence is noted, with other MLB items fueling broader playoff chatter and roster tinkering.