The Atlanta Braves reportedly are willing to trade one of their fan favorite players, but maybe not right now.

With the 2025 season looking increasingly like a futile effort, the Atlanta Braves should turn their attention to these free agent pitchers in 2026.

Forty-five-year-old Royals left-handed starter Rich Hill took the loss. He surrendered four runs and six walks in his first start at Kauffman Stadium since 2021. He also allowed two of the Braves' three homers in his four innings of work.

The Atlanta Braves have officially filled a fourth spot in the rotation. They announced Monday morning that right-hander Erick Fedde has reported to the team, and he will be the starter for Tuesday’s game against the Kansas City Royals. In a corresponding move, reliever Hunter Stratton has been sent back to Triple-A Gwinnett.

ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan believes that the Braves won't make any shocking moves at the upcoming trade deadline.

The Atlanta Braves season has not lived up to expectations. They could look to move on from some pending free agents at the upcoming trade deadline.

Third baseman Austin Riley is in his seventh season with the Atlanta Braves after being selected in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft. The 28-year-old made his major-league debut in left field during 2019—third base was occupied by veteran Josh Donaldson—though he has primarily played third base since.

His 1.95 ERA in seven games with Single-A Augusta earned him a promotion to High-A Rome before the 2024 season’s conclusion. He picked up where he left off in 2025.