Ben Verlander returns with a brand-new episode of Flippin’ Bats! This week, he dives into the Atlanta Braves’ shocking collapse in the 2025 season. Is it time for the Braves to hit the reset button and start planning for 2026?
Ben also takes a closer look at the struggling Arizona Diamondbacks, whose season has been derailed by devastating pitching injuries—should they be sellers at the deadline too?
Plus, the Houston Astros are surging once again and sitting atop the AL West. Ben breaks down what’s fueling their dominance and reveals his updated MLB Power Rankings!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
06:30 Braves Collapse
23:18 AL West Update
31:20 Dbacks Reset
42:53 MLB Power Rankings
47:47 MLB Best Bets
49:45 Outro

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