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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) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 16: Members of the Milwaukee Brewers react as Gio Gonzalez #47 of the Milwaukee Brewers is taken out of the game due to injury against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning in Game Four of the National League Championship Series at Dodger Stadium on October 16, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 16: Members of the Milwaukee Brewers react as Gio Gonzalez #47 of the Milwaukee Brewers is taken out of the game due to injury against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning in Game Four of the National League Championship Series at Dodger Stadium on October 16, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) /

4. Could Former Division Rival Gio Gonzalez be a Fit in Atlanta?

The Braves have plenty of options in their starting rotation. They could attempt to add an ace, or add in veterans hoping their treasure trove of young arms prove themselves ready. If the Braves decide to forgo adding an ace, a pitcher like Gio Gonzalez would make a lot of sense for the Braves.

Gio pitched for the Washington Nationals with mixed success. He has a 3.69 ERA over 11 seasons and would slot into the bottom of the Braves rotation.

Adding Gio would only work if the Braves are confident their young pitchers will continue to develop. If not, the Braves should focus their attention on adding a top of the rotation starter.

Next. Braves Trading Julio Teheran?. dark

Julio Teheran and Gio Gonzalez are similar in their production, two inconsistent veterans capable of great stretches. Gio would be yet another veteran to help Atlanta’s very young pitching staff. He would be a bullpen option as well on the right contract.  No question, Atlanta has plenty of options to consider as the off-season finally gets underway.

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