The Braves' pursuit of Profar began about three weeks before he signed. As the offseason unfolded, he had a shortlist of preferred destinations, but Atlanta was always near the top.

Back in December, the Mets reportedly offered Teoscar Hernández a two-year deal, indicating a willingness to add to the outfield. However, that was before Winker was re-signed. The fact that they apparently hung around the Profar market even with Winker on the roster suggests a willingness to continue adding.