From The Diamond

The Atlanta Braves still hold the best record in baseball and have firm grasp on the National League East as September approaches.

Grant McAuley recaps the week that was for the Braves, which included more standout performances from the offense, some very welcome course corrections in the Atlanta rotation, some encouraging injury updates for Ozzie Albies, Kyle Wright and Jesse Chavez, as well as a look at how the club could handle the fifth (and perhaps sixth) spot in the starting rotation.

Hall of Famer John Smoltz shares his memories of the 1987 trade that brought him to the Braves organization and sent Tom Glavine to the big leagues some 36 years ago this month. He also discusses his broadcast career, the players only Bally Sports broadcast team that reunites this week, and discusses the potential of Spencer Strider.

We also dip into the archives on Braves Alumni Weekend to hear from a member of the 1995 World Series champion club. Ryan Klesko shares his Fall Classic memories, stories about his time rising through the minor leagues with Chipper Jones and much more in a great conversation with the former Atlanta left fielder and first baseman.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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As the Atlanta Braves navigated a challenging start to the second half, the offense has more than picked up the slack to help Atlanta maintain the best record in Major League Baseball.

Grant McAuley discusses some of the offensive standouts and trends that have powered the Braves through the dog days of summer. Matt Olson continues to hit home runs at a blistering pace, strengthening an MVP case by leading MLB in both home runs and RBI. Olson discussed his success since moving to cleanup and how the depth of the lineup helps everyone be more productive.

In one of the more bizarre stories in baseball of this or any season, the Orioles pulled lead TV broadcaster Kevin Brown off the air for comments deemed critical of the club. The baseball world responded by generating universal support and Brown returned to the broadcast booth over the weekend. Hear those comments, the support of fellow broadcasters and fans as well as ownership's miscalculated move in a discussion with Levi Weaver of The Athletic.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves got back on track with a series win against the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend, maintaining a big lead in the NL East standings as the Trade Deadline approaches.

Grant McAuley recaps the week that was for the Braves, including a state of the union for the starting rotation. Max Fried is back and Kyle Wright is working to return, but Bryce Elder and Charlie Morton have been scuffling and Atlanta did not bring in help at the trade deadline. Where does the rotation stack up at the moment? We'll dive into all of the moving parts for Atlanta's starting five.

Matt Olson is putting up colossal power numbers as the leading home run hitter in the National League, helping drive a Braves team that could make home run history in 2023. Should he be getting more MVP consideration? That and other big Braves stories from the week that was are all coming your way in this episode.

You'll also hear from Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos from his appearance on 92-9 The Game following the trade deadline, sharing thoughts on the deals the made, the deals they didn't the factor health played in those decisions, and how he feels the club is constructed for October success.

Stephen J. Nesbitt of The Athletic joins the show to help break down the MLB trade deadline moves, surprising buyer and sellers, the Max Scherzer saga revealing more about the state the Mets, and much more.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves got back on track with a series win against the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend, maintaining a big lead in the NL East standings as the Trade Deadline approaches.

Grant McAuley runs through the stories of the week for Atlanta, including a torrid hot streak from Austin Riley, some shuffling of the pitching staff, a look at the trade market, Travis d'Arnaud's contract extension, and some minor leaguers getting a major opportunity.

On a day that Fred McGriff was enshrined to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, you'll hear some of the "Crime Dog's" speech. His former teammate Ron Gant joins the show to discuss the 1993 Pressbox Fire, McGriff's arrival, and Gant's bobblehead giveaway that pays tribute to an unforgettable night in Braves history.

With the trade deadline roughly a week away, Victor Rojas joins the show to size up all of the factors the Angels are weighing for a potential Shohei Ohtani trade as well as the case for Los Angeles to perhaps hold onto their prized superstar.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves embarked on the second half with baseball's best record, but the trade deadline is dead ahead for MLB.

Grant McAuley discusses some injuries that could shape Atlanta's strategy when it comes to trades, the continued dominance of the Braves lineup, more MVP-level production from Ronald Acuña Jr., some big numbers for Matt Olson that could give him some Braves history, and an encouraging update on Max Fried's timetable to rejoin the club.

Braves great Dale Murphy joins the show to share some All-Star memories, reflect on his back-to-back MVP seasons, and provide some insights on just how special Ronald Acuña Jr.'s season truly is.

With the 2023 MLB Draft in the books, Geoff Pontes of Baseball America will join the show to help break down the Braves draft class, a group headlined by a trio of college arms and a couple of intriguing prep players.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves rode a blistering hot streak to the best record in Major League Baseball as we arrive at the All-Star break.

Grant McAuley recaps the run of success for Atlanta that included 11 straight series victories and a record-setting home run pace for the club. The Braves are sending eight All-Stars to Seattle and hold the biggest divisional lead in MLB as well. We'll size up the first half stories and set the table for what could be ahead for Atlanta in the second half.

Kris Willis of Battery Power joins to take stock of the Braves at the halfway point -- discussing the MVP play of Ronald Acuña Jr., a breakout season from Sean Murphy, the surprising success stories of Orlando Arcia and Bryce Elder, as well as what Atlanta could be in the market for at the Trade Deadline on August 1.

Speaking of surprises, the Miami Marlins have been among baseball's biggest surprise teams so far in 2023. Craig Mish joins the show to discuss the second place Marlins, the keys to their success so far, and forecast what the second half could hold for this club.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves rode a record June to the best record in Major League Baseball, clubbing teams into submission with an offense that is firing on all cylinders.

Grant McAuley hits all the headlines and stories from the week that was for the Atlanta Braves and breaks down the incredible numbers behind a June Boom that leaves even members of the Braves searching for ways to put it into perspective. Meanwhile, Ronald Acuña Jr. continues to put up numbers the likes of which we've never seen before. Hear about his latest accomplishments and the red-hot offense that is taking the NL East by storm after a sweep of the second place Miami Marlins and yet another long winning streak.

The Braves are sending an MLB-best eight All-Stars to Seattle, including a handful of first-timers that are being rewarded for their contributions in the first half of the season. You'll also hear from Michael Soroka, who returned from Triple-A and took the mound at Truist Park for the first time since August 3, 2020, earning a win over the Marlins this week.

While everything is coming up Braves lately, the New York Mets are a team heading in the wrong direction. Casey Stern joins the show to discuss what the Mets and impetuous owner Steve Cohen may be looking to do in order to reverse the club's fortunes and/or get them back on track in 2024 and beyond.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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The Atlanta Braves closed out a profitable road trip with an entertaining battle against the red-hot Cincinnati Reds, finishing 4-1 on the two-city trip.

Grant McAuley discusses the intriguing weekend series that saw two of the hottest teams in baseball go toe-to-toe. Ronald Acuña Jr.'s strong first half earned him All-Star honors as the highest vote-getter in all of baseball. Matt Olson dropped in the batting order and has taken off to become one of the best run producers in MLB while helping drive the powerful Braves lineup -- which is reaching new heights this month. And Atlanta got a much-needed bounce back effort from Spencer Strider against Philadelphia to reverse his recent fortunes. He'll tell us what went into the adjustments.

Meanwhile, as the Braves excel on the field, it has a lot to do with how they carry themselves behind the scenes. You'll hear from Travis d'Arnaud, Tyler Matzek, Austin Riley, Matt Olson and Brian Snitker how the Braves benefit from the winning culture they've created in the clubhouse.

We'll also dive into the surprisingly wild NL Central race that has not played out according to the winter predictions. How did the Reds take over? What's wrong with the Cardinals? Can anyone else step up and claim this division? Matt Snyder of CBS Sports joins to discuss.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

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A red-hot Atlanta Braves team is rolling into the summer months atop the National League East, looking to build on that lead as they hit the road this week.

Grant McAuley runs down the offensive exploits from Atlanta's four-game sweep of the Rockies, a lineup change that may make the offense even more potent, a surging Michael Harris II, the MVP play of Ronald Acuña Jr. reaches another level, some notable injuries suffered by a pair of Braves, and much more!

You'll also hear from a pair of Braves on this week's show. Catcher Travis d'Arnaud celebrated a milestone homer of the weekend and also discusses his work behind the scenes and behind the plate to help game plan with Atlanta pitchers. Tyler Matzek updates us on his rehab status as he works to come back from Tommy John surgery.

Hear from Kelsey Wingert-Linch, who joins the show to reflect on her time covering the Braves, what makes Ronald Acuña Jr. so special, the state of the Rockies, her work on the Colorado broadcast, and everything else she's up to these days.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

Make sure to connect with From The Diamond on social media. Hear the show live every Sunday on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and connect with the show at FromTheDiamond.com.

The Atlanta Braves wrapped up an eventful road trip and come home to welcome the rival Mets and Nationals to Truist Park this week.

Grant McAuley recaps a productive homestand for the Braves, who swept the division rival New York Mets and reeled off a seven-game winning streak. Among the topics this week --- How a little trash talk may have rekindled the Braves/Mets rivalry, the legend of Jesse Chavez, some encouraging trends behind the recent winning ways, another change in rotation, and how Michael Harris II may finally be getting on track at the plate.

One of the major highlights from the Mets series was a players-only television broadcast on Bally Sports for the series finale. Jeff Francoeur and Hall of Famer Tom Glavine share their thoughts on a memorable night in the booth alongside Chipper Jones and John Smoltz.

Beyond the "Yogi-isms" and memorable quotes, Yogi Berra lived an incredible life and put up Hall of Fame numbers. How did he become one of baseball's most overlooked superstars? With the release of a brand new documentary called "It Ain't Over" recently, special guest Lindsay Berra joins the show to discuss reframing the legacy of her legendary grandfather.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues!

Make sure to connect with From The Diamond on social media. Hear the show live every Sunday on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and connect with the show at FromTheDiamond.com.