Atlanta has the fourth-worst starter ERA in the National League. That includes an impressive first half by Brandon Beachy until he got injured. The problem is that they have relied too heavily on unproven youngsters, and now they need a more veteran presence in the rotation.
The team attempted to acquire Ryan Dempster from the Chicago Cubs last week, but the deal fell through. According to Jayson Stark of ESPN, talks between the two teams are unlikely to pick up again.
He also goes on to say that "teams believe Ben Sheets' three great starts have dramatically reduced the Braves' sense of urgency to trade for a starter."
This would be a mistake for the Braves. They are currently in a position to make the playoffs, but without another ...
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