# Atlanta Braves MAILBAG: Major Trade Ideas for Aroldis Chapman and Gunnar Henderson

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Podcast: [Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-braves-daily-podcast-on-the-atlanta-braves-526948)
Published: 2026-05-22T15:56:03+00:00
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Atlanta Braves weigh blockbuster trades as the deadline approaches—could Aroldis Chapman or Gunnar Henderson be game-changers in Atlanta? Jake Mastroianni assesses Atlanta’s lineup, bullpen needs, and pitching depth, identifying key names like Chapman, Taylor Ward, Joe Adell, and Adley Rutschman as potential targets. He breaks down which Braves prospects might be moved in pursuit of elite left-handed relief or a right-handed power bat to shore up struggles against lefties. Key questions include whether the Braves should sacrifice top prospects for proven talent and what defines a successful season after their hot start. Mastroianni spotlights Bryce Elder’s impact, discusses Ozzie Albies’ contract future, and evaluates recent acquisitions like Robert Suarez and Mauricio Dubón. With the NL East race heating up, can Alex Anthopoulos position the Braves for another deep postseason run with the right deadline moves?

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