On Sunday, the Atlanta Braves beat the Los Angeles Dodgers (in California) by a score of 7-2.
With the win, the Braves took two out of three in the series.
Mauricio Dubón finished Sunday’s win with one hit and three RBI’s.
Braves Trade With Astros Proves To Be Success
GettyMauricio Dubón #14 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after hitting a single in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park on April 24, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
The Braves acquired Dubón in a trade with the Houston Astros over the offseason.
They wrote (via X) on November 19, 2025: “The #Braves today acquired INF Mauricio Dubón from the Houston Astros in exchange for INF Nick Allen:”
So far, the trade has been a massive success for Atlanta.
Dubón is batting .271 with 39 hits, two home runs, 23 RBI’s and 18 runs in his first 39 games with the Braves.
Chipper Jones Impressed By Dubón
GettyManager Chipper Jones looks on ahead of the 2025 All-Star Futures Game at Truist Park on July 12, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
One person who has been impressed by Dubón is Braves legend (and Baseball Hall of Famer) Chipper Jones.
Jones (via 92.9 The Game): “You could argue that Mauricio Dubón might be first or second most valuable player on this team… He’s a Swiss Army Knife in the field. Can play the infield, can play the outfield. Has really given Walt the ability to be versatile throughout the lineup.”
Those are strong words from one of the best players in franchise history.
Dubón’s MLB Career
GettyMauricio Dubon #14 of the Atlanta Braves reacts after scoring during the second inning against the Detroit Tigers at Truist Park on April 30, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dubón was picked in the 26th round of the 2013 MLB Draft.
The 2022 World Series Champion has also had stints with the Milwaukee Brewers, San Francisco Giants (and Astros) over eight years.
He is batting .258 with 532 hits, 41 home runs, 223 RBI’s, 266 RBI’s and 22 stolen bases in 703 career games.
In addition, Dubón has won two Gold Glove Awards (2023 and 2025).
Braves Right Now
GettyMauricio Dubón #14 reacts with Jorge Mateo #2 of the Atlanta Braves after defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on May 09, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.
The Braves are at the top of the National League East with a 28-13 record in 41 games.
They are an outstanding 16-7 in the 23 games they have played on the road.
After a day off on Monday, the Braves will return home to host the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night at Truist Park.
Chipper Jones Makes Bold Statement About Recently Acquired Atlanta Braves Player