755 Is Real: A show about the Atlanta Braves

DOB, EOF and the majority of the Braves fanbase were stunned by young Bryse Wilson's spectacular game four performance in the NLCS (:30). The duo detail Wilson's outing, including what worked for the 22-year-old and if it can be replicated in future games. Marcell Ozuna put on a hitting clinic against the Dodgers, slugging his way into Braves franchise history (8:45). David and Eric recall Atlanta's six-inning scoring spree (12:45) before diving into Wilson's past as a football standout in North Carolina, to a prospect the Braves took a gamble on in 2016 (24:00). The Bravos Boys further elaborate on Atlanta's poignant sixth inning, and react to Cristian Pache's overachieving performances in the NLCS (38:15). Lastly, a look ahead to the remaining game(s) of this championship series (44:15).

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DOB and EOF react to Atlanta's game one victory over the Miami Marlins in the NLDS. The two rave about, and rightfully so, the Braves' stellar bullpen and hitters' offensive output, including Travis d'Arnaud's monster outing (1:00). What's with Miami routinely hitting Ronald Acuna Jr. (12:30)? Was Acuna drilled intentionally in the series opener, and why did the moment the 22-year-old was plunked revitalize the club? David and Eric chronicle the Bravos' trouble winning playoff game ones prior to to this season (22:45). Before hitting the hay or whatever the guys do after recording a podcast, they think about how auspicious it was to sign players like Ozuna and d'Arnaud in the off-season, the bullpen's importance through the remainder of the series and more (25:45).

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DOB and EOF rejoice along with Atlanta's fanbase as the Bravos claim their first playoff series victory since 2001! The guys commend Atlanta's steely pitching, particularly the bullpen in game one shutting down the Reds for 22 scoreless innings. A picture's worth a thousand words, especially a self portrait (#Selfie) taken by Marcell Ozuna after his monstrous game two homer. The precocious Ian Anderson shone bright in his MLB playoff debut, shooting waves of confidence into the Braves and their fans (18:00). Though undecided, David and Eric peek ahead to the NLDS (26:30).

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DOB and EOF are joined by Cincinnati Reds scribe for The Athletic, C. Trent Rosecrans! As you may have guessed, the trio broach playoff baseball, specifically, the wild-card series scrap between the Braves and Reds. What can Atlanta fans expect from Cincinnati's superb rotation (1:00)? How has Luis Castillo improved this season? Is Trevor Bauer the NL Cy Young favorite? Rosecrans also describes the Bauer-Reds dynamic. How has Bauer been able to produce such incredible spin rate on his pitches (11:15)? How has former Braves first-round selection, Lucas Sims, been producing for Cincy after being acquired by the Reds in the deal that netted Atlanta Adam Duvall (15:00)? Team records might prove deceiving as few have labeled NL Central clubs 'world-beaters', but despite tepid regular season performance, four Central squads are in the playoffs (18:00). Rosecrans, who has an MVP vote, gives his two-cents on Freddie Freeman's case for most valuable player (26:15). The 'casters converse about Cincinnati's team leader Mike Moustakas as well as team culture (36:15). Lastly, some travel horror stories!

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Welcome to a Braves postseason-clinched edition of 755 Is Real! DOB and EOF respond to your burning questions about the postseason-bound Braves! Who will step up and be Atlanta's unexpected postseason star? Have teams been allowed to send scouts to observe games in-person this year? Is limited attendance a boon for Atlanta's young starters? Which first-round opponent does the team matchup better with? Plus, the guys entertain some questions about the off-season, including: Who is the team's top priority to re-sign? Which potential big name free agent will the club pursue, and is Adam Duvall blocking Drew Waters?

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DOB and EOF react to an unforeseen subtraction from Atlanta's roster; Cole Hamels, one of the team's marquee free agent signings in the off-season, is done for the year. Prior to the Braves scrivener and former big leaguer, respectively, analyzing unexpected loss, the duo chat how Kyle Wright is making strides in his game and how he'll now be leaned on more with Hamels' departure (6:15). So, why is Hamels done for the year (19:15)? How great of a loss is this for the head of the NL East? What's Brian Snitker and co.'s strategy moving forward, and which hurler can we expect to rise to the occasion (31:15)? Dave and Eric chitchat about Atlanta's success at Truist Park (41:00), and Max Fried and Freddie Freeman's National League honors bids (45:15).
 

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DOB and EOF welcome Mark Simon, Sports Info Solutions analyst, back to the program to discuss a variety of advance baseball metrics musings, including: Braves' surprisingly lackluster defensive runs saved (DRS) total (1:00); how do errors factor into DRS (6:00); does Tatis Jr. benefit from having a first baseman that picks the ball effectively (12:45); why does WAR adversely affect first baseman's, and thus Freddie Freeman, odds at MVP (16:15); what's up with StatCast's unusual measurements (23:30); which rule changes can we expect to hang around and how will they change the way we think about Sabermetrics (31:30); why does Dansby Swanson boast seemingly contradicting defensive stats (44:00)? Lastly, David and Eric review Cole Hamels' Braves debut (46:30).

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DOB and EOF adulate Atlanta's dominant run on offense that has sustained the club's success while contending with a series of starting pitching setbacks (3:30). Speaking pitching dilemmas, the Braves made a number of personnel moves releasing Robbie Erlin and demoting Touki Toussaint (12:30). The guys dive deeper into Toussaint's troubles before looking at Atlanta's eye-popping stats on offense (21:00). Cole Hamels is set to take the mound against Baltimore in his team debut. What can we expect from the lefty? Plus, Kyle Wright showed out against Max Scherzer and Washington (23:30). A glance at Freeman, Ozuna and Duvall's stats at the plate, plus taking in Ozzie Albies' molten bat wraps up the show (39:00).

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