Nacho Alvarez Jr. Fantasy Stats

Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. was seen working out with the catchers at spring training on Tuesday, according to Mark Bowman of MLB.com. It's unclear if Alvarez is changing positions entirely or just adding some versatility, but Bowman writes that it "makes a lot of sense." The Braves already have Drake Baldwin, Sean Murphy (hip), and Sandy Leon at catcher, and they just signed Jonah Heim to a minor-league deal on Tuesday. Alvarez is blocked at the hot corner by Austin Riley as long as he's healthy, though, so the 22-year-old is probably just trying to gain some versatility going into the 2026 season. Alvarez hit .234/.296/.330 with a .626 OPS, only two home runs, and 15 RBI in 58 games played for the Braves in 2025 in his second year in the majors. He doesn't have much power for a third baseman, and he's likely to operate in more of a utility role in Atlanta this year.

MLB.com's Mark Bowman writes that Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. will serve as the team's third baseman for the rest of the year now that Austin Riley (abdomen) has been shut down for the season. Manager Brian Snitker suggested that Alvarez might be best utilized as a utility man in the future, but for now, he'll continue to see everyday playing time at the hot corner in what has been a lost 2025 for Atlanta. He has a weak .638 OPS at the plate over 91 plate appearances, but Alvarez has played great defense while filling in for Riley. The 22-year-old former fifth-rounder in 2022 out of Riverside City College is still searching for his first major-league home run after debuting in the big leagues in 2024 and is also slashing .247/.330/.309 with six RBI and 11 runs scored in 24 games played. Fantasy managers in the vast majority of leagues should continue to ignore him.

Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. (side) is starting at third base and is batting eighth in the second game of the series on Friday against the division-rival Miami Marlins and right-hander Edward Cabrera at Truist Park. Alvarez dealt with some side soreness on Wednesday and sat out the season opener on Thursday against Miami. The 22-year-old will return to the lineup this weekend and will play regularly at the hot corner in Atlanta with Austin Riley (abdomen) back on the injured list. Alvarez has gone 3-for-10 since replacing Riley a second time at third base, but he doesn't offer much fantasy upside offensively, especially at the bottom of a struggling Braves lineup. On the season, he's gone 9-for-40 (.225) and is still searching for his first homer going into his 21s career MLB game.

Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. (side) had some soreness in his side after sliding on Wednesday night, according to manager Brian Snitker. Alvarez will not start in Thursday's contest against the division-rival Miami Marlins at Truist Park, but it's possible that he'll be available off the bench. Austin Riley (abdomen) is on the injured list, so Jonathan Ornelas will get the start at third base on Thursday and will hit eighth against Marlins right-hander Eury Perez. The 22-year-old Alvarez will be considered day-to-day for now with the chance of potentially returning in a starting role as early as Game 2 of the series on Friday. The former fifth-rounder in 2022 out of Riverside City College is only a short-term infield option in deep NL-only leagues with Riley on the IL. Alvarez has gone 9-for-39 (.231) on the year with three doubles and is still searching for his first long ball in 11 games.

The Atlanta Braves announced on Monday that they returned infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. (wrist) from his rehab assignment, reinstated him from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Gwinnett. Alvarez originally suffered a wrist injury back in February and has missed the entire 2025 season to this point. While the 22-year-old may eventually become an option at the big-league level, he will begin his season with the Stripers. The team's No. 3 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, made his major-league debut last year and went just 3-for-30 with a run scored and 10 strikeouts in his first eight games with the Braves. He will play regularly for Gwinnett for now but offers infield depth around the diamond for the Braves. During his rehab assignment, Alvarez hit .364 (4-for-11) with a double, two RBI and three runs scored.

Atlanta Braves infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. (wrist) began a rehab assignment with the FCL Braves on Monday. The 22-year-old has been out of action all year with wrist inflammation, so it could take some time to get ramped up. Once his rehab is complete, he'll likely head to Triple-A with designs on making it back to the majors. The Braves' top offensive prospect (third overall) made a debut in 2024, but went just 3-for-30 (.100) in his brief stay with the big league club. The former fifth-round draft pick slashed .297/.398/.463 with 10 home runs and 10 stolen bases over 64 games at Triple-A last year. The power surge at Triple-A was a bit of a surprise after hitting zero home runs in 48 games at Double-A, so that shouldn't be something fantasy managers should expect when he makes it back to the Braves, but he makes excellent contact and has the ability to steal bases, so he could become a stash candidate later this season.

Atlanta Braves infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. (wrist) has been placed on the 10-day injured list. Alvarez injured his wrist at the end of February, and it wasn't thought that he would be out of action for very long, but it appears to be taking longer than expected. The former 2022 fifth-round draft pick has ascended quickly through the minors due to his excellent contact skills and ability to draw walks. The right-handed hitter owns a career 16.6 percent strikeout rate in the minors and a 14.2 percent walk rate to go along with a .284/.399/.396 slash line over 1114 plate appearances (258 games). From June 14 through July 21 last season (26 games), Alvarez hit .346 with six home runs, six doubles, and five stolen bases, prompting a call-up to the big league club. The debut did not last long after going 3-for-30 (.100) over his first eight games. With Ozzie Albies and Austin Riley healthy, there's no need to rush him back to the majors, but he can handle shortstop as well, so we'll see how much longer the Braves deal with Orlando Arcia's offensive ineffectiveness. When the 22-year-old gets the call again this season, he would be worth a bench stash in deeper leagues in the event he puts it together in the majors in his second go-round.

Atlanta Braves infield prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. (wrist) is expected to return soon. Alvarez suffered this minor wrist injury during Thursday's spring training contest. However, seeing that he is already nearing a return, suggest the injury was not very serious. Last season, the 21-year-old made his MLB debut. Across his first eight contests in Atlanta, he posted a .100/.156/.100 slash line. However, at Triple-A, the infielder showcased elite contact skills as he posted a .297/.398/.463 slash line with nine doubles and 10 home runs. He swiped 10 bags and held a strong 37:45 BB:K rate across 64 contests. Earlier in the season, Alvarez posted a .265/.381/.312 line in 48 games at Double-A. When healthy, the infielder should compete for a depth role in the Atlanta infield.

Atlanta Braves infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. (wrist) was lifted from Thursday's contest due to discomfort in his left wrist. Alvarez expressed pain when he struck out in the opening frame. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status as the team will likely provide an update in the coming days. Alvarez made his MLB debut last summer. Across an eight-game stint, the 21-year-old held a .100/.156/.100 line with just three total hits and 10 strikeouts. However, at the Triple-A level, the infielder showed strong contact skills as he posted a .297/.393/.463 line with nine doubles, 10 home runs, and 10 stolen bases. He held a 37:45 BB:K ratio. When cleared to return, fantasy managers should expect Alvarez to compete for a role on the Opening Day roster. However, given his lack of success in his first MLB stint, he will likely open the campaign at Triple-A.

Atlanta Braves second base prospect Nacho Alvarez Jr. was sent down to Triple-A on Wednesday afternoon to make room for newly acquired outfielder Jorge Soler. Alvarez was promoted to the big league roster to fill in for the injured Ozzie Albies (wrist) but has had trouble adjusting to the majors. Through eight games, the number-five prospect in Atlanta posted a disappointing .100/.156/.100 slash line with no extra-base hits. Alvarez dominated Triple-A pitching earlier this summer and could get another opportunity in Atlanta fairly quickly if he picks up where he left off. In the short term, fantasy managers should expect Whit Merrifield and Luke Williams to hold down the keystone.