Braves face starter depth issues as Grant Holmes struggles

The Atlanta Braves are grappling with starting pitching depth as Grant Holmes continues to struggle in his role. During his recent outings, Holmes has consistently pitched five innings or fewer, raising concerns about his reliability as a starter amid a depleted rotation. He has recorded a 3.79 ERA this season, but his underlying metrics suggest he is not performing at an optimal level. With injuries impacting the rotation, the Braves may need to pursue additional starting options before the upcoming Trade Deadline on August 3. Holmes' recent five-inning outing against Baltimore, where he allowed three runs, further highlighted the team’s urgent need for improved starter performance.

• 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Grant Holmes starts continue to drill home Braves’ need for starter depth