Julio Franco, 2 other Braves not offered arbitration
Ageless wonder Julio Franco was not offered arbitration by the Braves, effectively ending the 47-year-old backup first baseman’s 4+ year association with the organization. Outfielder Todd Hollandsworth and injured relief pitcher Jay Powell also did not received arbitration offers. Rafael Furcal and Kyle Farnsworth, who have already signed with other teams this offseason, were offered arbitration in order to secure compensatory draft picks for the club. Additionally, Eddie Perez and Brian Jordan were offered arbitration but it’s not likely that they will accept.
