The Atlanta Braves are grappling with a disappointing 2024 season, plagued by injuries and an underperforming offense. The team is currently under .500, a stark contrast to the record-setting offense of 2023. Significant injuries have sidelined four starting pitchers, including Chris Sale with a broken rib and Spencer Schwellenbach with an elbow fracture. The Braves have struggled to find consistency, including a rough 11-15 record in June, complicating their chances of a pennant race comeback.

General Manager Alex Anthopoulos faces tough decisions as trade deadlines approach. With the All-Star Game in Atlanta, he may hold off on major trades until after the event. If the Braves remain out of contention, he might consider a reset for the next season by trading some veterans. The team's current pitching rotation is largely unproven, with rookie Didier Fuentes now thrust into a starter role. The farm system's lack of immediate position player prospects adds to the urgency for potential trades.