Atlanta Braves Re-Sign Collmenter; Wisler Odd Man Out?

Both Braves’ beat writers has the news this evening that Josh Collmenter has re-upped with the club. But what does this mean for Matt Wisler?

Officially, this transaction will read something like this:

‘Pending a physical, the Atlanta Braves have avoided arbitration with right-handed pitcher Josh Collmenter, agreeing to terms on a 1-year contract.’

Unofficially, it is an endorsement of the audition Collmenter made in September that helped fill a large gap in the rotation and helped the Braves finish strong in 2016.

According to a published report from Dave O’Brien, Collmenter will receive a base salary of $1.2 million, with a chance for an equal amount in incentive bonuses based on starts or relief appearances.

MLBTR Arbitration projections suggest that Collmenter would be due for a $2.2 million payday. This contract is in line with that… taking into account his likely role as 5th starter, and perhaps as a long man in the bullpen whenever a AAA pitcher is brought up for an audition or spot start.

But Wait a Sec… Let’s Count Pitchers

Stick with me on this for a second… first this from O’Brien’s article tonight (emphasis added):

The Braves are expected to sign or trade for at least two more higher-grade starters this winter to join returners Julio Teheran and Mike Foltynewicz.

Also this, from his interview with John Coppolella:

After adding no big-ticket free agents in some time, the Braves are looking to add at least two starting pitchers and possibly a catcher this winter.

Now add this echo from another source:

#Braves like Teheran/Foltynewicz for rotation looking to add heading into the new stadium

— Joel Sherman (@Joelsherman1) November 7, 2016

WHAT’S MISSING HERE?