In the context of a fictional roleplay as Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos, CBS Sports suggests three potential moves for the Braves in the upcoming MLB offseason:
1. **Pursue a top-end starter:**
The recommendation is for the Braves to address their rotation by pursuing a top-flight starting pitcher. This could be achieved through free agency, with names like Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and Blake Snell mentioned, or through trades targeting pitchers like Tyler Glasnow, Corbin Burnes, or Dylan Cease. Strengthening the rotation not only helps for the upcoming season but also addresses potential long-term needs, considering the uncertain status of Max Fried and Charlie Morton’s future.
2. **Figure out left field:**
With the Braves declining the club option on Eddie Rosario, left field becomes a position to address. Internally, Vaughn Grissom, a former shortstop, is suggested as a potential candidate despite his struggles in the major leagues. External options from the free-agent market include familiar names like Rosario, Joc Pederson, Jorge Soler, and Michael Brantley.
3. **Address the bench:**
Acknowledging the strength of the Braves’ current team, the focus here is on marginal improvements to the roster. The suggestion is to upgrade the bench, with Roster Resource projecting players like Travis d’Arnaud, Luke Waddell, Cody Milligan, and Forrest Wall. The recommendation includes pursuing recently non-tendered infielder Luis Guillorme as a potential addition to enhance the bench, particularly as a replacement for Nicky Lopez.
It’s important to note that this roleplay and the proposed moves are purely for entertainment purposes, and real MLB executives cannot make transactions solely based on desire.
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