Bryan De La Cruz could platoon with Kelenic. When Acuña returns, Profar could slide over to the other side of the field as Atlanta’s primary left fielder. The move gives the Braves more depth.

The Braves are expected to be in a tight three-team race in the National League East against the Phillies and Mets. But the rest of the league looks a bit more competitive, too. The Brewers ...