Braves' Dubon Drives in Two in Atlanta Debut

Mauricio Dubon goes 1-for-4 with a double and two RBIs in first game with new team.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 3:34pm

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In his Atlanta Braves debut, utility player Mauricio Dubon went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBIs in a 6-0 win over the Kansas City Royals. Dubon, who was acquired by the Braves in the offseason, is expected to be an everyday player at shortstop until regular starter Ha-Seong Kim returns from injury.

Why it matters

Dubon's performance in his first game with the Braves is a positive sign for the team, as they look to fill the shortstop position while Kim is sidelined. Dubon's versatility and ability to contribute offensively could make him a valuable asset for the Braves throughout the season.

The details

Batting seventh in the lineup, Dubon provided the final offense in the Braves' 6-0 victory with a two-run double off Royals pitcher Bailey Falter in the seventh inning. Dubon, who spent the last three seasons in a super-utility role with the Houston Astros, is expected to be the everyday shortstop for the Braves until Ha-Seong Kim returns from a finger injury.

  • Dubon made his Atlanta Braves debut on Friday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Mauricio Dubon

A 31-year-old utility player who was acquired by the Atlanta Braves in the offseason and is expected to be the everyday shortstop until regular starter Ha-Seong Kim returns from injury.

Ha-Seong Kim

The regular starting shortstop for the Atlanta Braves who is currently sidelined with a finger injury.

Walt Weiss

The manager of the Atlanta Braves.

Bailey Falter

The Kansas City Royals pitcher who gave up Dubon's two-run double in the seventh inning.

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What they’re saying

“Over the last three season in a super-utility role for the Astros, Dubon slashed .264/.299/.378 while averaging seven homers and 4.3 steals a year.”

— RotoWire Staff

The takeaway

Dubon's strong debut performance for the Braves is an encouraging sign for the team as they look to fill the shortstop position in Kim's absence. His versatility and offensive production could make him a valuable contributor for the Braves throughout the season.