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Braves reportedly attempting to outbid Mets, Phillies, Padres for $38M All-Star amid injury news<\/a> originally appeared on The Sporting News<\/a>. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Atlanta Braves<\/a> are in a tough spot when it comes to starting pitching, just one year removed from battling the injury bug throughout the entire season. The most recent blow to the rotation came Sunday, when the Braves announced that Hurston Waldrep is undergoing testing due to arm discomfort.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cThe Atlanta Braves’ rotation took another hit Sunday when manager Walt Weiss said right-hander Hurston Waldrep may need surgery to remove “loose bodies” found in his arm. Waldrep complained of discomfort after throwing batting practice. Weiss said an MRI showed no ligament damage, but the team is waiting to learn more after Waldrep has additional tests,\u201d ESPN wrote.<\/p>\n

The injury concerns began on the first day of Spring Training, when Spencer Schwellenbach announced he would start the season on the 60-day injured list. It was not the start anyone in the Braves organization was hoping for.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Braves opened camp this morning with an unwelcome update on talented young righty Spencer Schwellenbach. He\u2019s been placed on the 60-day injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow, per Mark Bowman of MLB.com. The team\u2019s hope is that the 25-year-old is dealing with bone spurs and not something more nefarious,\u201d MLB Trade Rumors\u2019 Steve Adams wrote.<\/a><\/p>\n

With these injuries already piling up, the Braves are now trying to make one last push for Lucas Giolito, one of the final remaining starters in free agency.<\/p>\n

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\u201cPer league sources, Lucas Giolito\u2019s market is gaining momentum toward a deal, likely this week. Atlanta and San Diego Padres<\/a> have intensified their pursuit and moved to the forefront of discussions. The Philadelphia Phillies<\/a> and New York Mets<\/a> have also remained in contact dating back to the Winter Meetings,\u201d MLB reporter Julian Scott wrote.<\/a><\/p>\n

The Braves appear to be going all-in on Giolito following the recent injury news involving Schwellenbach and Waldrep. Atlanta needs to land a starting pitcher who is at least somewhat appealing on the current market.<\/p>\n

Tension is already building in Atlanta. If a move isn\u2019t made quickly, the season could be in jeopardy before it even begins. And if the Braves continue to strike out, they may be forced to roll with what they have until the season progresses.<\/p>\n

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