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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