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Podcast: Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves
Episode: Anthopoulos STEP UP? FAILURE: Braves Pass on Chris Bassitt, Rotation NEEDS Stability
Description: Atlanta Braves miss out on Chris Bassitt as the Orioles scoop up the durable starter for just $18.5 million. Is Alex Anthopoulos risking the team’s World Series hopes by passing on this opportunity, or is a bigger move brewing behind the scenes? Jake Mastroianni analyzes the Braves’ rotation vulnerabilities, weighing Bassitt’s reliability against current options like Bryce Elder, Spencer Strider, and Chris Sale.The episode breaks down potential alternatives, including Zach Gallen, Lucas Giolito, and trade candidates from the Twins and Reds, and explores the implications of standing pat with injury-prone arms. Key topics include luxury tax co...