From The Diamond

From The Diamond

By Grant McAuleySports
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From The Diamond episodes

  • Atlanta Braves Close Out The Season By Paying Homage To Charlie Morton
    Grant McAuley discusses the final week of the regular season for the Atlanta Braves, who will miss the postseason for the first time since 2017 and enter the winter looking to reinforce their roster with impactful moves.
    As the Braves put the finishing touches on 2025, they have already set franchise records for most pitchers and most starting pitchers used in a single-season. We will dissect a few of the things that went right and some that need to get healthy in order to have the team where it wants to be by spring training.
    You'll also hear from various teammates of Charlie Morton, who reflect on the impact of the 18-year veteran as a presumably calls it a career on Sunday. Austin Riley, Matt Olson, Bryce Elder and Pierce Johnson all share their insights and memories of Morton, who rejoined the Braves this week to make his final appearance on the mound in the regular season finale.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on the weekend throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    43 min
  • How will this final month impact the Atlanta Braves' winter shopping?
    As the Atlanta Braves put the finishing touches on a challenging 2025 season, how much impact will performance in the month of September influence their winter plans?
    Grant McAuley dives into that and sizes up some of the top performances for Atlanta down the stretch. In what can only be described as important offseason for Alex Anthopoulos, you'll hear from the Atlanta GM on a variety of topics. Plus, what should Atlanta be shopping for this winter to complete a revamped pitching staff? And is Raisel Iglesias making a case to return in 2026?
    You'll also hear from third baseman Austin Riley, who discusses the severity of his injury and surgery, disappointment of the 2025 performance, and what he needs to do to get back to his slugging ways. And Drake Baldwin's chase for Rookie of the Year may not feel like a sure thing, but recent history suggests the young catcher's chances are better than you might realize.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on the weekend throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 12 min
  • Chris Sale returns as the Atlanta Braves enter the season's final month
    The Atlanta Braves were able to add an important piece back into their rotation as they play out the string on the 2025 season.
    Grant McAuley discusses some of the biggest stories from the week that was for the Braves, including Sale's return, Spencer Strider's positive steps, the dominance of rookie Hurston Waldrep, some reasons for optimism for the present and future of the offense, and much more.
    Special guest Ryan Spilborghs of Apple TV and SiriusXM joins to break down the Braves rough going in 2025, their weekend series against the Philadelphia Phillies, Kyle Schwarber's history making four-homer game and his case for National League MVP.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on the weekend throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    56 min
  • Atlanta Braves hoping to make the most over final few weeks of challenging season
    The Atlanta Braves continue to battle the injury issues that have plagued them all season, but have at least seen some encouraging results in the month of August.
    Grant McAuley breaks down the stories of the week for the Braves, who finished off a 3-3 home stand and now get set for a 10-game road trip. While Chris Sale is readying to return to the Braves, a trio of players were officially ruled out for the remainder of the season. Third baseman Austin Riley underwent season-ending surgery while injured starters Spencer Schwellenbach and Reynaldo Lopez were ruled out from appearing in another game in 2025.
    You’ll also hear some conversations with various Braves from the week that was. Schwellenbach provides an update on his progress in rehabbing from the fractured elbow. Joey Wentz shares what it’s been like to get second life in rotation as a big leaguer. Newcomers Cal Quantrill and Jake Fraley discuss joining Atlanta and where they fit on the roster.
    All of that and a visit with Dan Hayes of The Athletic, who joins to break down Minnesota Twins ownership’s decision not to sell the team and what it means for the future of the club.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 6 min
  • Can the Atlanta Braves finish with a flourish?
    The Atlanta Braves have suddenly started scoring runs. The result has been a run of success and their longest winning streak of the season.
    Grant McAuley discusses some of the reasons why the Braves are finding some late-season success. There is no hotter hitter in the National League than Michael Harris II, but just how good has he been? On the flip side, while some young arms are making an impression, Spencer Strider is struggling to find consistency. What exactly is going wrong for the former MLB strikeout leader, and can it be fixed? All of that plus the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. and why he should be playing, and injury updates on Chris Sale and Austin Riley.
    This week's special interviews include a visit with Stephen Tolbert of Hammer Territory to dissect the seasons of Harris and Strider as well as the big winter to come. You'll also hear a conversation with former Braves outfielder Ryan Klesko, who reflects on the 1995 World Series championship.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 27 min
  • Atlanta Braves Attempting to Make the Most of a Bad Season
    The Atlanta Braves may not be able to climb out of the hole they've dug and make a run this season, but there are still boxes to check before the end of September.
    Grant McAuley delves into what the Braves can focus on over the final 7 weeks of the season. From getting some key players healthy and back on the field, including Chris Sale and Ronald Acuña Jr., to sizing up some young players who could factor into 2026, there are still things for the Braves to key in on. You'll hear from Sale on his impending return and young gun Hurston Waldrep, who has impressed in two recent appearances.
    This week's special interviews include a visit with Craig Mish of Sports Grid and FanDuel Sports Florida to discuss the surging Miami Marlins and what this season means for a young club that hopes to be on the rise. We'll also revisit a trade that shocked Braves fans in 1990 as Atlanta legend Dale Murphy explains how he ended up Philadelphia some 35 years ago.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 28 min
  • After Quiet Trade Deadline, Atlanta Braves Prepare to Play Out The String
    The Atlanta Braves stood idly by at the Trade Deadline. Though they had some chips, the team opted to hold and prepare instead to close out 2025 and reassess this winter.
    Grant McAuley discusses the lack of movement for Atlanta at the deadline, the onus it places on the winter, and a host of other topics from the week that was – including injuries suffered by Ronald Acuña Jr. and Austin Riley, a shining performance from a top pitching prospect pressed into action, some roster shuffling to fortify the rotation and more.
    You’ll hear the comments of Braves GM and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos, who shared his thoughts on the deadline with the media on Thursday. Hammer Territory’s Brad Rowland joins the show to break down the deadline fallout in Atlanta, while Scott Braun of Foul Territory helps size up one of the busiest trade weeks in MLB history.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 29 min
  • As their season unravels, the Atlanta Braves face serious questions about the future
    After falling further out of the race following a string of series losses to open the second half, the Atlanta Braves are on track for a 90-loss season.
    Grant McAuley discusses the continued struggles of the team, the underperformance from the lineup, the crippling injuries to the starting rotation, and a bullpen that is buckling under the pressure of covering too many innings. As Atlanta plays out the string, bigger conversations await on the other side of the trade deadline and over the winter.
    On a brighter note, the Hall of Fame induction weekend saw five all-time greats immortalized in Cooperstown. You'll hear from each of those men plus an in-depth conversation with Hall of Fame President Josh Rawitch.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 25 min
  • Unpacking a season of discontent and the MLB Draft for the Atlanta Braves
    The Atlanta Braves unfortunately picked up right where they left off, opening the second half with a disappointing series loss to the New York Yankees.
    Grant McAuley sizes up where the Braves find themselves after stumbling to start the second half, the unusual place the club finds itself in as the trade deadline approaches, some signs of life for a pair of struggling players, the impressive right arm of Ronald Acuña Jr., strong hitting from the Atlanta catching duo leading to a lineup change and much more.
    Special guest Gaurav Vedak of Baseball Prospectus joins the show to recap the MLB Draft for the Braves, who strayed from their usual strategy of loading up on pitchers and instead focused on some impressive position player selections. That plus a look at the effect this class could have on the Braves minor league system.
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 29 min
  • It's already last stand time for the 2025 Atlanta Braves
    The Atlanta Braves find themselves in yet another tailspin after being swept at home by the Baltimore Orioles, but this bender might just spell the end of their hopes of turning their season around with ample time to dig out of the hole they find themselves in.
    Grant McAuley discusses yet another challenging week as the series losses are once again piling up for the Braves. Not only are the losses mounting on the field, but Spencer Schwellenbach followed Chris Sale to the 60-day injured list, leaving Atlanta devoid of enough capable starters to field a rotation -- something that had been a strength for the club. Add that to the continued offensive struggles and the Braves are once again sinking in the standings and unable to put together enough offense to win consistently.
    Nick Green of FanDuel Sports joins the show to discuss the woes of the Atlanta lineup, how it went from one of the best in baseball to one of the worst in under two years, whether or not a new hitting coach with a new message and new philosophy was the right call, and what, if anything the club can do to once again reach its potential. (28:19).
    We'll also take a trip around the big leagues for some history making moments from the week that was for Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh and Dodgers great Clayton Kershaw, run down the National and American League rosters for the All-Star Game, and have a visit with Melanie Newman of the Baltimore broadcast team (57:38).
    From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.
    1 hr 27 min

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