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Vote: Atlanta Braves’ best starting pitcher of all time

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Credit: Winslow Townson

Credit: Winslow Townson

By AJC Sports
Sept 7, 2017

Four Hall of Fame pitchers have taken the mound for the Braves since they arrived in Atlanta in 1966.

More than a handful have made their mark here, but who is the best among them?

VOTE: Best Braves closer of all time

Here are nine names. Vote to rank them up the list of best starting pitcher in Atlanta.

Comment with any you feel have been left out.

Coming tomorrow: Vote for best Braves catcher

Coming tomorrow: Vote for best Braves catcher

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