Braves Stand Pat on Rotation at Trade Deadline
Atlanta held a commanding NL East lead but did not acquire a playoff-caliber starter, leaving Chris Sale with little reliable support.
The Braves entered the trade deadline with a near-certain postseason berth and a well-documented rotation problem caused by injuries throughout the season. Despite multiple starting pitchers being available on the market, Atlanta did not acquire any. Their additions were limited to outfielder Lane Thomas and reliever Brent Suter. The club now faces the postseason with Chris Sale as the clear ace and a significant drop-off to remaining rotation options.
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