Which starting pitchers and catcher might the Braves target this offseason?
-- Andy B., Montgomery, Ala.
Though the Braves have said and might continue to claim that they would like to avoid trading some of their prospects this offseason, the scarcity of limited options on the free-agent market combined with their desire to be competitive next year will likely lead them to at least evaluate what it might take to get Chris Archer, Sonny Gray or another controllable top-flight starting pitcher via the trade market.
Along with trying to complement Julio Teheran and Mike Foltynewicz with a talented, proven arm, the Braves will also attempt to lengthen their rotation with at least one veteran who is willing to accept a short-term deal and serve as a bridge to some of the other talented prospects projected to reach Atlanta within the next couple years.