One of Atlanta's perceived needs is not going to be easy to fill with quality.
Heading into the offseason, the Atlanta Braves' offseason needs felt pretty straightforward. Obviously the quest for a real shortstop is at the top of the list of importance, the bullpen needs several reinforcements now that Atlanta declined the options of multiple key arms, and the front office made it clear that the Braves want more starting pitcher depth going into 2026.