Mark Bowman breaks down the Braves’ early starting rotation plans, including how a 5- or 6-man group featuring Chris Sale and Reynaldo López could shake out, plus updates on velocity and health concerns. He explains why Atlanta hasn’t made more pitching moves, the development timelines for top prospects JR Ritchie and Owen Murphy, bullpen expectations with Raisel Iglesias, and lineup flexibility at DH with Kyle Farmer, Dom Smith, and Mike Yastrzemski. A no-nonsense, insightful look at what the Braves need to stay competitive right out of the gate.
Does Atlanta Braves pitcher Bryce Elder figure into the Braves’ starting rotation plans? (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)
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