Braves Acquire Fedde, Carrasco Amid Rotation Crisis

The Atlanta Braves' season has been derailed as all five Opening Day starting pitchers are now on the injured list, with Grant Holmes sidelined by right elbow inflammation. To address the depleted rotation, Atlanta acquired veteran pitchers Erick Fedde and Carlos Carrasco, though both are considered temporary fixes. The Braves, far from playoff contention with a 44-60 record, are expected to trade veterans on expiring contracts, including Marcell Ozuna and closer Raisel Iglesias, who have both struggled. Other players, such as Sean Murphy and Pierce Johnson, are also seen as potential trade chips as the front office seeks to rebuild depth and strengthen the farm system. The situation marks a dramatic shift from preseason championship hopes, leading to calls for foundational changes to avoid future collapses. The franchise now faces a challenging path forward as it scrambles for healthy arms and future assets.