We know the first four.

Max Fried, Spencer Strider, Charlie Morton and Chris Sale. They will be at the top of the Braves’ starting rotation.

Pitchers and catchers reported to spring training on Wednesday. Over the next month and a half, a battle for the fifth starter will take place.

When the Braves emerge from spring training before the regular season begins on March 28 in Philadelphia, who do you think will be the fifth starter? Cast your vote here.

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