Alex Anthopoulos provided a promising update on Max Fried’s injury status for the Braves. Despite the team only making one move at the trade deadline—acquiring Jorge Soler, who should help boost their inconsistent offense—Anthopoulos is focusing on internal improvements.
Soler, the World Series MVP, is expected to enhance the lineup, though the trade deadline moves were seen as modest for a team with championship ambitions and numerous gaps. Anthopoulos is banking on key All-Stars like Sean Murphy and Matt Olson to step up, but he’s also anticipating a return to health for several key players.
In particular, the Braves are hopeful to soon see the return of Max Fried and Reynaldo Lopez, along with All-Stars Michael Harris and Ozzie Albies. This morning, Anthopoulos informed Steak Shapiro on 92.9 The Game that Fried was scheduled to throw a bullpen session. Later in the day, during the Braves game against the Brewers, Anthopoulos reported that Fried’s session went well and hinted at a potential start against the Marlins this weekend.
For the Braves, regaining health is crucial for their postseason hopes. The return of Fried, Lopez, Harris, and Albies would significantly bolster the team, with Anthopoulos placing his bets on this internal boost being as impactful as any trade deadline acquisition.
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