On the offseason checklist all winter for Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves has been to add a starter to the rotation. Here we are, just a few days away from pitchers and catchers reporting to North Port, and the box remains unchecked.
Sometimes waiting until the last minute can yield an unexpected bargain, but in this instance, it only seems like the Braves will pay more. They aren't the only starter-needy team out there, and with the options dwindling, it's hard to say that this is a buyer's market.
Braves' lethargy may cost them, as competition is fierce for the few remaining quality starting pitchers on the market
Let's start with how we got here.