veteran Bradley right-hander bringing innings and stability in 2026
In the 2026 season, Drew Politte has been a steady senior presence for Bradley, appearing in 14 games with 19.0 innings pitched and 14 strikeouts. He’s not a flashy radar-gun headline, but he does give the Braves a durable, experienced arm who can start or work out of the bullpen when the staff needs someone who’ll compete and soak up outs. His 2025 season was rough (10.15 ERA), so the appeal here is more about resiliency, versatility, and trusted senior poise than pure dominance.
