Ha-Seong Kim's injury has somewhat marred the Atlanta Braves' offseason, as this has put a damper on what has been a series of strong moves. Still, there is plenty of time left to finish building the roster, with no shortage of potential free agent fits that could help push the Braves over the top.
As the National League East appears up for grabs after a strong New York Mets offseason and the Philadelphia Phillies losing key pieces, it is Atlanta's time to make a push and cement itself as the clear favorite. That can be accomplished with four simple signings that fill out the roster and give the team a needed boost as we close in on spring training.
1. Zac Gallen
The Atlanta Braves clearly need to bolster the bottom of the rotation to complete what has been an impressive offseason. Signing Gallen gives you top-of-the-rotation upside at a more reasonable cost after Gallen struggled in the 2025 season, managing only a 4.83 ERA and taking double-digit losses. Now is the time to sign Gallen for a comparative bargain when you consider the starter's potential ceiling and how it changes Atlanta's rotation heading into the regular season.
Looking at current options, signing Gallen would hand you a rotation of Chris Sale, Spencer Strider, Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach, and Gallen. This allows the Braves to put both Grant Holmes and Reynaldo Lopez into the bullpen and gives the franchise a clear pitching advantage in a loaded National League. It's a great finishing move to the offseason and provides the franchise a clear chance to win the National League East.
2. Justin Turner
Fans will remember the infielder for his time with the Los Angeles Dodgers at third base. Turner has aged well, offering productive seasons as recently as 2023 when he hit .276 for the Boston Red Sox. Last year was a rough go, and left the veteran in a tough position when it comes to finding a future landing spot. This offers the Braves a clear opportunity to bring in an experienced hitter with obvious upside at a discount.
Turner could be signed as a potential bench contributor and brought into spring training, needing to earn his way onto the active roster. It is at least worth a call to see if Turner is willing to join the franchise as a borderline roster member. Having the potential leadership and offensive contributions off the bench makes it an interesting fit and a clear avenue to explore.
3. Luke Jackson
The World Series champ had his most productive stretch last season since leaving the Braves at the end of the 2021 postseason run. Jackson put together a solid stretch with the Seattle Mariners and is an interesting piece to bring back as a potential final piece in the Atlanta pen. The Braves are the deepest they have been at the position since Jackson was last on the roster, making it an uphill battle to earn his role. Still, the fit makes sense, and the Braves have been increasingly aggressive in bringing back former players.
Jackson gives the Braves an experienced late-inning arm, facing lower expectations of working in the early and middle innings. Giving Jackson a chance to come home is a great decision and offers Atlanta yet another reason to be excited after a solid offseason.
4. Gary Sanchez
If the Atlanta Braves enter the 2025 season with the current roster, it seems likely that Drake Baldwin and Sean Murphy will share time in the lineup. This means using the DH spot to keep Baldwin's offense in the lineup while utilizing Murphy's defense behind the plate. This calls for emergency depth at the position you can rely on if injury strikes. Sanchez is an experienced starter who offers upside and provides the Braves with the security of having both of their catchers in the lineup.
It is impossible to believe the franchise won't keep three active catchers on the roster if this is the plan. Sanchez would give the Braves a deep bench and offer a starting option capable of giving either Baldwin or Murphy a day off, or step into the lineup if injuries were to strike.