Rumor has it that Japanese super star pitcher Kensin Kawakami is in Atlanta for a Physical to finalize an agreement with the Braves. Kawakami is the 2004 MVP for the Central League and has won 112 games in 11 seasons. He is regarded as one of the the top free agents from Japan. Kawakami 33 was 9-5 last year and missed several weeks because of back strain. The Braces who have lost Smoltz and Hampton could also loss Hudson so Kawakami would be much needed for the team.