The Atlanta Braves were rather busy on Wednesday. Things started with their trade for Rockies pitcher Ryan Rolison for cash. Hours later, Atlanta announced they agree to terms on a one-year, $16 million contract to bring back closer Raisel Iglesias.
It felt like that might enough for one day. However, the Braves weren’t finished making moves as they completed a trade to impact their infield. Rumors had been going around that the Braves had interest in Astros shortstop Mauricio Dubon.
Atlanta confirmed this as they announced a trade that sent Nick Allen to Houston in return.
The #Braves today acquired INF Mauricio Dubón from the Houston Astros in exchange for INF Nick Allen: pic.twitter.com/J7HFDfLXwv
— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) November 20, 2025
Dubon is very similar to Allen defensively and has won two Gold Gloves. His most recent Gold Glove came after the 2025 season, after he carried a 20 OAA. However, he is slightly better offensively.
It isn’t a drastic difference as Dubon slashed .241/.289/.355 with seven homers, 21 doubles, and 33 RBI last year. We don’t know if this means Atlanta has found their starting shortstop for 2026. Dubon has played in a utility role during his time with the Astros, and could do the same for the Braves. He has experience at second base, shortstop, third base, center field, and left field.
Dubon doesn’t strikeout or whiff a lot, but he does need to work on taking more walks and actually impacting the baseball. Atlanta needs a player that makes more contact in the lineup, so this feels like a step in the right direction.
MLB Trade Rumors reported that this trade is a money-saving move for Houston. Dubon is projected to earn $5.8 million next season while Allen is slate to earn $1.5 million. If Braves fans need confidence the team is willing to spend money, this is yet another sign they mean it so far.