Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves

The Braves got a quality start from Bryce Elder and a four-run sixth inning in their 6-1 win over the Washington Nationals. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.

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Atlanta Braves eye blockbuster trade with the Los Angeles Angels and Kansas City Royals—could Reid Detmers, Joe Adell, Michael Wacha, or Daniel Lynch be the missing pieces for a postseason run?

Jake Mastroianni weighs the fit and price of potential trade targets, debating whether packaging top prospects like Owen Murphy or Alex Lodise is worth multi-year control of key arms. The conversation highlights Detmers’ breakout potential, Adell’s fit as a right-handed bat against lefties, and the Royals' under-the-radar pitching assets. Additional topics include Ha-Seong Kim's future at shortstop, Austin Riley’s struggles, and whether Jim Jarvis or Mauricio Dubón could anchor the infield down the stretch. Listener questions fuel debates on contract strategy for Ronald Acuña Jr., the Braves’ player development versus the Milwaukee Brewers, and which position players possess the team’s highest baseball IQ.

Are the Braves ready to pull the trigger on a franchise-altering deal before the trade deadline?

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The Atlanta Braves got two key home runs and a big two-RBI hit from Ozzie Albies to take down the Washington Nationals in the series opener. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby is going LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.

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Atlanta Braves weigh blockbuster move for Tarik Skubal—could a rotation led by Chris Sale and Skubal make them World Series favorites? Jake Mastroianni explores whether the high cost and risk of acquiring the Detroit Tigers' ace is worth it, dissecting potential trade packages involving top prospects like Cam Caminiti, Eric Hartman, and Tate Southisene. With mounting pressure from rivals like the Dodgers, Phillies, and Yankees also targeting Skubal, is now the time for Alex Anthopoulos to go all in?

Key topics include the Braves’ dire need for rotation upgrades, the impact of persistent injuries, and the broader trade deadline strategy—highlighting must-acquire positions such as SP2, SP3, a right-handed bat, and a setup reliever. Jake Mastroianni also reviews possible targets from Michael Wacha to Lane Thomas, and grades potential trade outcomes, all while questioning whether this current Braves lineup is truly playoff ready.

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The Atlanta Braves got a fantastic start out of all-world ace Chris Sale on Wednesday night against the New York Mets. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.

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The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets haven’t hooked up in trades that often since they became division rivals in 1995, especially trades that don’t involve Kelly Johnson, but that might change at this year’s trade deadline as the Metropolitans have several interesting pieces that fit the Braves' needs.

In this episode, Jake Mastroianni breaks down the top trade targets from the Mets and Athletics, while also recapping a throw away game on Monday night that featured the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. 

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Atlanta Braves shortstop depth is suddenly surging as top prospects Tate Southisene, Alex Lodis, and Manuel Campos earn pivotal promotions. Can Atlanta’s farm system become “shortstop U,” and do these rising stars threaten Jim Jarvis’s future in the role? Jake Mastroianni and Gaurav break down the organization’s aggressive moves ahead of the trade deadline and what they signal for the Braves’ long-term infield outlook.

Top prospect performances take center stage, featuring standout weeks from hitters Patrick Clohisy, Conor Essenberg, and Luis Guanipa, plus pitching breakdowns on AJ Smith-Shawver, Ethan Bagwell, Cam Caminiti, and more. With scouts eyeing Alex Lodise and fresh draftee Gracia’s assignment up in the air, which young Braves talent could headline trade packages or leap into the top 30 rankings? Get a full prospect pipeline update and find out why Atlanta is stacked for future success.

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Atlanta Braves' once-dominant bullpen faces sudden struggles as key relievers falter in July. Is bullpen help now a must at the trade deadline? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the concerning trends, including Raisel Iglesias and Dylan Lee’s regression, Tyler Kinley’s tough outings, and uncertainty surrounding Robert Suarez’s injury. With the Braves’ relief corps ranked 22nd in ERA for July and racking up blown saves, the question looms: should Alex Anthopoulos shift his trade priorities?

Key segments spotlight a wild series win over the Baltimore Orioles, gritty extra-inning battles, and defensive mishaps that made fans sweat. The return of Ronald Acuña Jr. could spark the struggling offense as the Braves prepare for a pivotal showdown with the New York Mets. Plus, updates on prospect moves, rotation concerns, and what the Braves must address to keep their playoff hopes alive. Can Atlanta’s bullpen rebound, or is a midseason shakeup inevitable?

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The Atlanta Braves played the wildest game of the season against Baltimore on Sunday, scoring a single run across two extra-innings and holding Baltimore scoreless in the 11th in a 3-2 win to take the series. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.

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Atlanta Braves starter Bryce Elder struck out eight Orioles, but two defensive errors and a missed catch in the 9th resulted in a 3-2 Baltimore walkoff. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.

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