Braves in need of starting pitching as second half begins

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ATLANTA — You’ve heard about the need for starting pitching since the end of last season. So, let’s look at how adding a bat before the Aug. 3 Trade Deadline could bolster the Braves’ lineup.

Ronald Acuña Jr. is expected to…