ATL All Day
Fansided

Atlanta Braves: Bargain Bin Free Agents that Fit With Atlanta

By Kit Anderson

HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 16: Brian McCann #16 of the Houston Astros flies out in the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox during Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 16, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX - OCTOBER 16: Brian McCann #16 of the Houston Astros flies out in the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox during Game Three of the American League Championship Series at Minute Maid Park on October 16, 2018 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images) /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
4 of 5
Next
ST PETERSBURG, FL – SEPTEMBER 29: Sergio Romo #54 of the Tampa Bay Rays throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on September 29, 2018 at Tropicana Field in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
ST PETERSBURG, FL – SEPTEMBER 29: Sergio Romo #54 of the Tampa Bay Rays throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays on September 29, 2018 at Tropicana Field in St Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) /

3. Atlanta Could Add an Arm with Postseason Experience in Sergio Romo

Sergio Romo has his best days as a relief pitcher behind him. History says Romo is unlikely to replicate his numbers from his Giant’s days when he was closing out meaningful games. Romo has been pitching for Tampa Bay out of the spotlight, and away from attention.

His numbers are average with a 25 saves, 8 holds, and an ERA well over four. He has more than 100 career saves and will offer the Braves another veteran in the bullpen.

Romo in Atlanta on a short term deal makes a lot of sense for both sides. The only problem with this potential deal is if the free agent market drives Romo’s price past his value.

If the market continues last year’s trend with veterans struggling to find work Romo in Atlanta would be a great move.

Signing him to a one-year deal while still looking for a closer is Atlanta’s best bet to help stabilize a questionable bullpen.

Home/Atlanta Braves