The Atlanta Braves' 2027 rotation looks very messy heading into the offseason, and Alex Anthopoulos just confirmed that to be the case.
Atlanta Braves executive Alex Anthopoulos provided updates on the team's starting rotation plans heading into the offseason, revealing that pitchers Spencer Strider and Spencer Schwellenbach are not guaranteed rotation spots upon returning from injury. Anthopoulos downplayed the possibility of either pitcher providing a full season of starts in 2027, suggesting they might initially pitch out of the bullpen.
Anthopoulos also announced that the Braves will explore stretching young right-hander Didier Fuentes back out as a starter ahead of the 2027 season. However, he noted that transitioning directly from limited relief innings to a starter's workload could prove challenging for Fuentes.
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