Jurickson Profar Scheduled to Play Winter Ball in Venezuela

Atlanta Braves infielder Jurickson Profar is set to play winter ball in Venezuela over the coming months. Under contract with the Braves for the 2027 season, this winter stint will mark the first competitive baseball Profar has played since before the start of the 2026 campaign, giving the Atlanta front office a vital opportunity to evaluate his readiness before next year.