NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. -- An opportunity to gain what they view as a legit ace led the Braves to at least evaluate how deep they might be willing to dip into their prospect pool to acquire Chris Sale from the White Sox. But they don't seem too interested in creating a spot in their new-look rotation for White Sox lefty Jose Quintana, whose value may not trump what Atlanta could receive from its rising starting pitchers over the next few seasons.
"I don't think you'll see [Quintana] traded here, but I think there are a number of clubs, including us, who wouldn't be opposed to having a discussion," Braves president of baseball operations John Hart said.