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5 Biggest Atlanta Braves Rumors Heading Into June

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5 Biggest Atlanta Braves Rumors Heading Into June

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Now that the season is over a quarter of the way finished and the Atlanta Braves are well in contention for the NL East crown, it's time to examine the top five rumors that surround the surprise team of the NL this season.

5. Braves are Desperately Looking for Bullpen Help

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5. Braves are Desperately Looking for Bullpen Help

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It's no secret that the Braves have had a terrible bullpen of late. Thankfully, they are in a position where they could cut ties with almost anyone out there and add anyone they can manage to afford. Look for more than one move in this area over the next couple of months.

4. Braves Could Reunite with David Carpenter

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4. Braves Could Reunite with David Carpenter

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It has been whispered that the Braves could give a look to the recently optioned David Carpenter of the New York Yankees. He has not been great, but the Braves could find it appealing to reunite him with Roger McDowell to see if he can regain his top form. Considering the way many fans felt about him when he left, this would be a good move for the Braves.

3. Christian Bethancourt Could Get Demoted

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3. Christian Bethancourt Could Get Demoted

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Bethancourt's season has gone from exciting to worrisome. The Braves can send him back down to the minors so that he can work out his issues there, and it would be the best long-term plan for both the Braves and their young backstop.

2. Too Many Third Basemen

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2. Too Many Third Basemen

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Since the trade for Juan Uribe, the team has had too many third basemen to go around. That isn't really a problem as much as it is an opportunity. If a team is in need of a third baseman and has pitching to help the Braves, look for either Uribe or Chris Johnson to scoot down the road.

1. Jose Peraza Being Groomed for Center Field

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1. Jose Peraza Being Groomed for Center Field

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While Braves fans continue to wait for the arrival of the much-lauded Jose Peraza, Jace Peterson has emerged as a solid all-around option at second base. This has led to Peraza getting a ton of time in center field in the minors. This could mean that someone in the current outfield mix for the Braves could be trade bait.

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