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Alex Anthopoulos provides update on starting pitchers, coaching staff heading into 2027

Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations, Alex Anthopoulos, met with the media earlier today and addressed a handful of issues ahead of the 2027 season. Among the topics Anthopoulos discussed were that the team plans to give 21-year-old pitcher Didier…

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Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 10:14 PM

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Alex Anthopoulos addressed starting rotation plans and pending coaching staff decisions ahead of the 2027 season.
Didier Fuentes will receive an opportunity to compete for a starting rotation spot, potentially under innings limits.
Injuries will likely prevent Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach from being relied upon for the entire campaign.

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Atlanta Braves President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos addressed key roster and staff questions ahead of the 2027 season. He announced that 21-year-old pitcher Didier Fuentes will be given a chance to join the starting rotation, potentially with innings limits. Meanwhile, the club cannot rely on full seasons from injured pitchers Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach.

Anthopoulos noted that coaching staff decisions remain pending and outfield Jurickson Profar's future is undecided entering his final contract year. The Braves also plan to utilize exclusive negotiating windows with pending free agents Tyler Mahle and Mauricio Dubon.

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