BRAVES 2026 FANTASY OUTLOOK: Acuña's Speed Concerns, Olson's Elite Status, and Strider's Comeback

Matthew breaks down the Atlanta Braves' key players for 2026 fantasy baseball drafts. Ronald Acuña Jr.'s post-injury performance raises questions about his stolen base potential, while Matt Olson solidifies his position as a top-five first baseman. The host analyzes Michael Harris II's disappointing stats, Ozzie Albies' decline, and Spencer Strider's return from Tommy John surgery. Spencer Swanbach emerges as a potential breakout star, with Matthew predicting SP1 status by season's end.

Discover why Matthew calls Strider a "sicko" with a "serial killer mentality" and get insider tips on drafting Braves players for your 2026 fantasy team.

0:00 Ronald Acuña's return from injury

5:38 Matt Olson's bounce-back season analyzed

8:43 Austin Riley's struggles and future outlook

11:46 Michael Harris: Expectations vs reality

17:53 Ozzie Albies' decline and contract situation

22:58   Spencer Schwellenbach injury and 2026 potential

26:31 Spencer Strider's comeback from Tommy John

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