The Braves made smart but risky moves at the trade deadline, adding talent like Tyler Mahle and Lane Thomas—but they left their biggest hole unfilled: a true playoff ace in the starting rotation. While GM Alex Anthopoulos says they improved the team, critics wonder why they didn’t go all-in for proven starters like deGrom, especially with extra cash and a strong farm system. Other teams, even those out of playoff contention, took bolder swings. The Braves’ cautious approach may have cost them a shot at World Series glory—unless their prospects pan out faster than expected.

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