Atlanta Braves: Top Relief Pitcher Targets for 2026

Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos gambled on bargain-bin relievers in 2025 and watched his bullpen collapse from elite to mediocre. The result? A 4.19 ERA that ranked 19th in baseball and derailed championship hopes. Jake Mastroianni breaks down why the Atlanta Braves cannot repeat this mistake, providing an exhaustive analysis of available free agent closers and setup men. From elite options like Edwin Diaz and Robert Suarez to potential buy-low candidates like Devin Williams, the episode covers every arm that could transform the Braves bullpen. The discussion also tackles Reynaldo Lopez's uncertain role and addresses a painful question for Atlanta fans: Will Freddie Freeman's postseason heroics with the Los Angeles Dodgers lead him to the Hall of Fame wearing Dodger blue instead of Braves red? Discover which relievers could save the Braves' 2026 season and why Freeman's legacy hangs in the balance. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.