Braves Probe Starter Market as Mets Finalize Kimbrel, Barnes Deals

Overview

• Multiple notable starters are still on the market with roughly two weeks before camps open, creating an active late window for signings.
• MLB.com's Mark Feinsand reports the Braves remain in the market for a starter, listing Framber Valdez, Zac Gallen and Chris Bassitt, and Jon Heyman says Atlanta is 'in on' Bassitt.
• Reports continue to link the Giants to left-hander Framber Valdez as they evaluate rotation depth.
• The New York Post, relayed by CBS Sports, notes that Zac Gallen has drawn ongoing interest from the Diamondbacks, Cubs and Orioles.
• The Mets officially announced minor-league deals with spring invites for reliever Craig Kimbrel and catcher Austin Barnes, signaling continued roster fine-tuning.