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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby delves into the Atlanta Braves' decision not to protect Blake Burkhalter or other Rule 5 eligible prospects by Tuesday's deadline. Crosby shares his personal connection to Burkhalter, covering his career from Auburn University to his selection by the Braves, and speculates on why the Braves chose not to protect him. The discussion includes an analysis of Rule 5 Draft trends, the type of players usually selected, and the statistical benchmarks looked for by MLB teams. Crosby provides insights into the Braves' strategy, explaining the potential financial considerations and roster flexibility Atlanta might be aiming for. Additionally, he discusses possible outcomes if Burkhalter is picked in the draft and highlights new opportunities that may arise for the Braves to sign talent. Brought to you by FanDuel, stay informed about all things Braves on Braves Today!
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In this episode of Braves Today, host Lindsay Crosby delves into the Atlanta Braves' decision not to protect Blake Burkhalter or other Rule 5 eligible prospects by Tuesday's deadline. Crosby shares his personal connection to Burkhalter, covering his career from Auburn University to his selection by the Braves, and speculates on why the Braves chose not to protect him. The discussion includes an analysis of Rule 5 Draft trends, the type of players usually selected, and the statistical benchmarks looked for by MLB teams. Crosby provides insights into the Braves' strategy, explaining the potential financial considerations and roster flexibility Atlanta might be aiming for. Additionally, he discusses possible outcomes if Burkhalter is picked in the draft and highlights new opportunities that may arise for the Braves to sign talent. Brought to you by FanDuel, stay informed about all things Braves on Braves Today!
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