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Braves Target Free-Agent Pitchers to Strengthen Rotation

1/3/2026

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The Atlanta Braves are pursuing free-agent starting pitchers to bolster their rotation this offseason.
They have considered Framber Valdez and Ranger Suárez, both free-agent pitchers, as potential additions.
They showed interest in Tatsuya Imai, a Japanese pitcher, though he recently signed with the Houston Astros.
They also evaluate Chris Bassitt, while Justin Verlander, a pitcher, is deemed unlikely.
The Braves aim to finalize their pitching roster for depth next season.

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Story summary

The Atlanta Braves are pursuing free-agent starting pitchers to bolster their rotation this offseason.
They have considered Framber Valdez and Ranger Suárez, both free-agent pitchers, as potential additions.
They showed interest in Tatsuya Imai, a Japanese pitcher, though he recently signed with the Houston Astros.
They also evaluate Chris Bassitt, while Justin Verlander, a pitcher, is deemed unlikely.
The Braves aim to finalize their pitching roster for depth next season.