Inbox: Will the Braves give Ruiz a shot at third?

What is the chance that Martin Prado or Justin Turner starts at third base for the Braves next season? If not them, a platoon of Adonis Garcia and Rio Ruiz? — Scott C., Tucson, Ariz.

Atlanta doesn’t want to lose a Draft pick, so unless Prado or Turner would surprisingly not receive a qualifying offer, they likely won’t be pursued. It would be nice to see Ruiz get some time at the big league level once Triple-A Gwinnett concludes its playoff run this season. After struggling at the Double-A level last year, the 22-year-old prospect — No. 15 in the system, according to MLBPipeline.com — enhanced his value by hitting .271/.355/.400 with 10 homers for Gwinnett this year.

Ruiz certainly profiles for a platoon role, as he has compiled a .833 OPS vs right-handed pitchers and a .522 OPS against left-handers. Garcia has batted .291/.357/.385 vs. lefties and .263/.297/.425 vs. righties. It should be noted that 12 of his 13 homers have come against righties, but yeah, if Ruiz provides indication he might be Major League-ready at some point next year, it might be wise to at least discuss the possibility of a platoon.

Regardless of which option the Braves choose, they will not get into a long-term commitment that would block the rise No. 13 prospect Austin Riley could make within the next couple seasons.

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