The Atlanta Braves are eager to make it to the postseason this time as they gear up for a strong battle ahead. The General Manager, Alex Anthopoulos, wants to win, and they are sure to have their hands on the trade market.
The 2025 MLB trade deadline is approaching, and the Braves are among many teams looking to add players. According to the GM, the team will be looking to bring in players. The offense has been struggling, and it’s clear that the Braves are not going to sell.
Amid swirling trade rumors involving eight-time All-Star pitcher Chris Sale, Anthopoulos has put that to rest. The Atlanta Braves GM shared an important update that will relieve fans. He dismissed the possibility of trading the veteran left-hander.
“It’s completely ridiculous to me. We are not selling, especially someone that has club control beyond the current year,” Anthopoulos said.
Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos on @680TheFan this morning on @CelliniNick & @chrisdimino
— 680 The Fan (@680TheFan) June 18, 2025
🔹 "We are not selling"
🔹 "Want to be in a position to add"
🔹 Offense has been "most disappointing"
🔹 On trading Chris Sale: "Will not happen"
🔹 Jurickson Profar will get a second chance pic.twitter.com/KduLq56XDV
Braves fans will be happy to learn that the club plans to retain Chris Sale amid rumors. Atlanta has a long way to go, and it needs to maintain its strong starting rotation.
Atlanta Braves Struggles Continue As NL East Battle Thickens
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The Braves are far behind in the NL East. They are sitting in the middle of the division with a 33-39 record and are 11 games behind the New York Mets at the top. The Philadelphia Phillies are nine games ahead of the team, and their challenge in the NL East continues.
Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuna Jr. alone will not be enough to save the team. Despite Strider and Acuna returning, the Braves are still in a tight race. It’s going to be a hard challenge as they try to navigate to the top.
The Atlanta Braves have dropped in their week 11 MLB power rankings. At this rate, it seems hard to make the playoffs. Braves fans are hoping to turn things around as they near the trade deadline. The team has a crucial series with the Mets and the Phillies next week. Winning both series will put them in a better position.
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