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Podcast: Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves
Episode: Atlanta Braves: Top Relief Pitcher Targets for 2026
Description: Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos gambled on bargain-bin relievers in 2025 and watched his bullpen collapse from elite to mediocre. The result? A 4.19 ERA that ranked 19th in baseball and derailed championship hopes.Jake Mastroianni breaks down why the Atlanta Braves cannot repeat this mistake, providing an exhaustive analysis of available free agent closers and setup men. From elite options like Edwin Diaz and Robert Suarez to potential buy-low candidates like Devin Williams, the episode covers every arm that could transform the Braves bullpen. The discussion also tackles Reynaldo Lopez's uncertain role and addresses a painful question for...