Braves Today

In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby and co-host Christian Rauh discuss the Atlanta Braves' decision to decline the club option for veteran catcher Travis d'Arnaud, making him a free agent. They explore the financial and strategic reasons behind this unexpected move, as well as its potential impact on the team's dynamics. The episode also covers the beginning of free agency, player signings, and the shocking news of Joe Jiménez undergoing knee surgery, potentially sidelining him for most of the next season. Other topics include possible replacements for Jiménez, the likelihood of bringing back d'Arnaud at a lower salary, and the Braves' needs in the free agent market, particularly at shortstop and relief pitching. The hosts also entertain potential major signings, including the prospects of acquiring either Willy Adames or Ha-Seong Kim. Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of the Braves' offseason strategies and updates!

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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby and co-host Christian Rauh dive into the recent contract signings of Reynaldo López and Aaron Bummer, providing a breakdown of how these deals benefit both the players and the Atlanta Braves organization. The show also touches on the implications of these deals on the team's financial strategy, discusses potential trade and rotation moves, and answers listener questions about the team's prospects for the upcoming season. Tune in for detailed analysis, updates, and insights into your favorite team.

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Join hosts Lindsay Crosby and Christian Rauh for an in-depth discussion on Braves Today's latest episode! The Atlanta Braves kicked off the offseason by trading outfielder Jorge Soler to the Los Angeles Angels for right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning. The team explores the impacts of this trade, the flexibility it brings to the Braves' roster, and potential future moves. They delve into Canning's pitching mechanics and how the Braves might refine his skills. The episode also touches on the possibility of veteran pitcher Charlie Morton returning for another season and what it means for the Braves' rotation depth. Tune in for updates, insights, and plans for the upcoming offseason!

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In this episode of Braves Today, hosted by Lindsay Crosby, the focus is on why the Atlanta Braves should extend rookie pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach's contract. Crosby discusses Schwellenbach's unexpected and impressive performance this season, highlights his stats, and considers reasons for a contract extension from both player and team perspectives. He addresses potential risks, offers insight into what the financial terms of such a deal might look like, and delves into how Schwellenbach's workload and pitch mix have been managed. The episode also touches on how the Braves handle arbitration and contract extensions to ensure financial certainty for future rosters.

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Welcome to Braves Today for Tuesday, October 29th! Hosts Lindsay Crosby and Christian Rauh discuss the new Atlanta Braves hitting coach Tim Hyers' approach to coaching, explained by Hyers himself in yesterday's media availability (with clips!). They explore Hyers' three core tenets of game planning, swing decisions, and movements in the batter's box. The coaches delve into Hyers' championship pedigree and compare him to the former hitting coach Kevin Seitzer. The conversation includes insights on specific players like Sean Murphy, Austin Riley, and Michael Harris II, highlighting potential areas for improvement under Hyers' guidance. Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analysis of your Atlanta Braves!

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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby takes a comprehensive look at Matt Olson's 2024 season. Despite being viewed as underwhelming compared to his 2023 stats, Olson's situational hitting, defensive contributions, and overall improvements in the latter half of the season are highlighted with detailed statistics and insights. The episode explores his defensive accolades, including winning the Fielding Bible Award and being a Gold Glove finalist, as well as significant improvements in Defensive Runs Saved and Outs Above Average. Olson's offensive performance is examined, noting changes in home run production, batting average, bat speed, and pull rate. Additionally, Freddie Freeman's career and Hall of Fame prospects are discussed. Join for a thorough analysis, comparisons, and potential improvements under hitting coach Tim Hyers.

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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby covers the appointment of Tim Hyers as the new hitting coach for the Atlanta Braves, highlighting his winning background and coaching philosophy. The episode answers your questions on potential trades and roster moves, including changes to the 40-man roster and bullpen acquisitions, while considering player performance and strategic decisions ahead of free agency. Additionally, it addresses the impact of the Diamond Sports bankruptcy on the Braves' plans

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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby delves into the Atlanta Braves' bullpen challenges, focusing on the need for higher velocity pitchers. Using StatCast data, Crosby compares the Braves' fastball velocities with other top MLB bullpens, highlighting key players like Pierce Johnson, Raisel Iglesias, and Joe Jiménez. The discussion includes potential free-agent acquisitions, trade possibilities, and internal options such as AJ Minter and Tyler Matzek. Is it possible that the Braves make a trade or signing of their closer of the future this offseason?

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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby addresses the Atlanta Braves' need for a high-quality, reliable middle infielder due to Ozzie Albies' recurring injuries. Crosby evaluates the Braves' history of player rotations and explores potential free agent signings such as Whit Merrifield, Kevin Newman, and top shortstops like Willy Adames or Ha-Seong Kim. He also discusses the potential futures of infield prospects in the farm system and trade options for players like Nico Horner. Sponsored by nCase Cards, this episode offers an in-depth look at strategic offseason planning, player contracts, and draft strategies to reinforce the Braves' infield.

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In this comprehensive episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby teams up with Chris Clegg from the Dynasty Dugout to explore the Atlanta Braves' promising farm system. They dive deep into the development and potential of standout prospects like Drake Baldwin, A.J. Smith-Shawver, Hurston Waldrep, Nacho Alvarez, Drew Hackenberg, Cam Caminiti, Owen Murphy, J.R. Ritchie, Jeremy Reyes, Didier Fuentes, and Herick Hernandez. With expert analysis, they discuss each player's skills, progression, and impact on Atlanta's future, offering a unique perspective on how the Braves' player development approach could benefit these budding stars. Don't miss this insider look at the Braves' top prospects and their exciting journey to the majors.

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