1.   Already in a quandary over Rocker and his offensive remarks, the Braves disclosed Wednesday that a large hole has developed in their vaunted starting pitching rotation.

2.   As it is, they look strong enough to win because they have the best pitching rotation in their history.

3.   Bob Tewksbury adds some stability to the starting pitching rotation, but the uncertain status of Rick Aguilera following knee surgery is a concern.

4.   Aaron Sele has been signed as a free agent from Seattle and Kevin Appier acquired from the New York Mets in the Vaughn trade to transform the pitching rotation.

5.   Actually, Melvin said his pitching rotation could already be filled with several established names beyond Aaron Sele.

6.   Brenly is also taking advantage of the layoff to shuffle his pitching rotation.

7.   But even if they are not, they have put together a starting pitching rotation that could become the strongest in either league.

8.   By breezing through this series, the Braves can rest and set up their pitching rotation for their next opponent.

9.   Collins decided to change his pitching rotation for the series in Seattle in order to give Jarrod Washburn a few extra days of rest.

10.   Cox was less forthcoming about the plans for his pitching rotation.