Three Flags Flying

Brent and Ryan talk about trade rumors and hypotheticals involving your Atlanta Braves. Ryan, as usual, dreams big, and Brent, as usual, lives to crush dreams.

Ryan and Brent are back! They talk about some early highlights of the 2021 minor league season, take a look at Braves pitchers who might be affected by the league's new ball rules, and finish up by judging the trade offers you sent in.

David Lee of Bravesprospects.com gives us his reaction to the exciting Low-A debut of Roddery Munoz and Brent catches us up on some recent small transactions.

Brent and Ryan banter about recent Braves happenings, including Austin Riley's surge of patience, Huascar Ynoa's standing among Braves pitchers, the re-signing of Shane Greene, and more!

After a rough 7-9 start, Ryan and Brent turn to Statcast data to see if there's any cause for concern. Also, they discuss the Orlando Arcia trade (remember that?), other minor moves, Pablo Sandoval, and inland seafood.

Happy Opening Day! Ryan and Brent are back to break down the 2021 Braves opening day roster, answer mailbag questions, and react in real time to the news the Mets will be paying $363 million over 11 years to Francisco Lindor.

The Braves made a move, so we responded! Brent and Ryan discuss the Marcell Ozuna signing, plus all those other big moves like Carl Edwards, Pablo Sandoval, and... [checks notes]... Ehire Adrianza? They talk about remaining free agents who might fit in Atlanta before hitting the mailbag.

In this episode, Ryan and Brent discuss Atlanta's recent moves, which include signing Charlie Morton, tendering contracts to Johan Camargo, Grant Dayton, and Luke Jackson, and the surprising decision to non-tender Adam Duvall. Also, mailbag!

Brent and Ryan discuss the signing of Drew Smyly, the re-signing of Josh Tomlin, and pontificate on future moves they'd make if given the money. Also, Ryan made an Atlanta radio host laugh, so now we have to hear all about it. Thanks a lot, Chuck.

In this supersized episode, Ryan and Brent wrap up their thoughts on the 2020 Atlanta Braves season and start thinking about the 20-21 offseason in front of us. We're mostly just here to help you escape from obsessing over Election Day.

Brent and Ryan celebrate the LDS victory, talk about the upcoming LCS against the Dodgers, trade Ender Inciarte for Mike Trout and a few of his friends, and more, but not before Ryan regales us with tales from Santa Rosa Beach.

Brent and Ryan celebrate the Wild Card series sweep of the Reds and refocus their energy on the... [checks notes]... Marlins? Seriously? The Marlins? Also, Ryan pays a debt, and Brent hears a ghost.

Brent and Ryan preview and make predictions about the Wild Card series vs. the Cincinnati Reds. They also talk about end of year stats, make final predictions on Freddie Freeman's MVP quest, and dip into the mailbag for some playoff-related questions.

Ryan and Brent celebrate Atlanta's third straight NL East title and discuss Freddie Freeman's MVP candidacy, Marcell Ozuna's Triple Crown chances, and recent changes in Kyle Wright and Bryse Wilson. Brent brings the stats while Ryan brings the high school football coaching experience.

Brent and Ryan discuss Atlanta's record-setting day against Miami, the near return of Cole Hamels, Freddie Freeman's MVP chances, and the signing of Pablo Sandoval, among other things. In the post-script, they lose their minds and devolve into talking about vanilla flavoring sources and Osama bin Laden, so in lieu of listening to that, it is recommended you turn it off after the second song, unsubscribe, or set your phone on fire just to be safe.

Ryan and Brent discuss the start to Ian Anderson's career, the wholly unpredictable Tommy Milone trade, and incorrectly guess what Tuesday's roster move will be. And, as the title hints, they discuss Brian Snitker's tactical strengths and weaknesses.

In a bonus episode, Ryan and Brent draft prospective playoff starters for the 2020 Braves, and it goes south pretty quickly. After that, they review your submitted trade ideas as the deadline nears.

Ryan and Brent discuss recent things in the world of the Atlanta Braves. Topics include, but are not limited to: - Heralding the arrival of Ian Anderson - The disappointing use of Cristian Pache - Where in the world is Charlie Culberson?

Ryan and Brent talk about the state of each position and the upcoming trade deadline, all while watching the Braves mount a 9th inning comeback against the defending world champs.

David Lee (BravesProspects.com) joins Ryan and Brent to talk about Atlanta's 11-7 start, what he's seen from the young players on Atlanta's roster in 2020, and which players to expect to see after the August 13th service time manipulation date. Also, an 80 grade mailbag question!

The 2020 MLB Season is finally here! Ryan is joined by David Lee (Bravesprospects.com) and Jeremy Timmerman (Braves Journal) to celebrate the occasion. Check it out!

Brent, Kris, and Ryan discuss the Yasiel Puig signing, the Yasiel Puig un-signing, and discuss other roster-related news on the cusp of the 2020 MLB season.

Baseball is (probably) back! In this supersized episode, Brent and Ryan discuss the new 2020 rules before breaking down the initial 60-man player pool as announced by the Atlanta Braves.

Brent and Kris are joined by David Lee (BravesProspects.com) to discuss all the players added by Atlanta during and after the 2020 MLB Draft. They also briefly discuss the 60 game season format and the imminent arrival of the designated hitter in the National League, and what all that could mean for the Braves.

Brent, Kris, and Ryan discuss the recent MLB proposal and the ongoing negotiations, reminisce about shocking Braves trades from the past, and ruminate about how we can define success for Shea Langeliers.

Kris and Ryan welcome David Lee of bravesprospects.com to talk about the spring we saw from certain Braves farmhands before delving into what the COVID-19 pandemic could mean to the minor leagues, minor league prospects, and those who evaluate them. Make sure to subscribe to David's excellent newsletter, and while you're at it, subscribe to this podcast as well!

Ryan, Kris, and Brent check in with each other during this time of isolation to discuss, in lieu of actual baseball, a theoretical baseball schedule. The also discuss the pitcher win and answer mailbag questions.

Kris, Ryan, and Brent discuss the ongoing spring training battles all over the roster and then answer questions from the mailbag. Also, Ryan tries to poison the podcast with bad puns.

Ryan and Brent take a look at Atlanta's Non Roster Invitees, then go through early reactions to spring training performances, and finish up with what are sure to be unsatisfying answers to your mailbag questions. Subscribe and listen!

Kris, Ryan, and Brent discuss a smattering of spring news: Front office extensions, the re-signing of Josh Tomlin, Cole Hamels's injury, 3B news, and more, before discussing Baseball Prospectus's ghastly 83-win projection for the Braves. Then, questions from a very full mailbag!

Kris and Ryan discuss roster spots before talking with David Lee of Braves Prospects about Atlanta's minor league system. We consider David to be a full fledged expert on the Atlanta system, so check it out and enjoy the wealth of knowledge he shares with us! Find more of David's work at bravesprospects.com. You can follow him on Twitter at @David11Lee.

Kris, Ryan, and Brent discuss the Yonder Alonso signing, react to a blockbuster deal nearly in real time, and answer mailbag questions that prompt them to find Atlanta's most expendable ballplayer. Also, 3FF discovers its international appeal.

Ryan, Brent, and special guest Rob Copenhaver talk about roster decisions, the outfield, and Atlanta's top 20 prospects for 2020! Also, mailbag!

Ryan and Brent sit down (presumably) to discuss Atlanta's signings of Marcell Ozuna and Felix Hernandez.

Kris, Ryan, and Brent look at recent MLB news, including Atlanta's signing of Adeiny Hechavarria, before taking a look at some recent minor league signings*, conducting an exhaustive look back at the trades of the 2015-2017 rebuild, and finishing up with a quick mailbag session. *Felix Hernandez signed after recording, so he'll be covered in episode 11.

Brent and Ryan, personally jilted by Josh Donaldson, try to pick up the pieces and figure out what's next.

Your hosts check in on the latest Josh Donaldson discussions, talk about NL East moves, discuss some minor league signings, and take a look back at the 2011 Braves before jumping into this week's mailbag. Twitter: @3FlagsFlying Email: tffcast@gmail.com Scott Proctor's walk-off belly flop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_NPka5cVE8

Brent, Rob, and Ryan take a look at all the big moves that took place around baseball and in the NL East during the winter meetings, continue to talk about third base, and answer your mailbag questions.

Kris, Ryan, and Brent discuss: - Philly's signing of Zack Wheeler - Potential Winter Meetings trades - The Rule V Draft - Andruw Jones' HOF candidacy via the Keltner Test - Mailbag questions!

Ryan, Brent, and special guest Rob Copenhaver (Braves Journal) discuss: - The Cole Hamels signing - Charlie Culberson's non-tender - MLB's plan to contract minor league teams - Dale Murphy's HOF case via the Keltner Test - Mailbag questions

The hosts discuss the latest free agent signings, take guesses as to which prospects are most likely to be traded this offseason, look back at the best and worst free agent signings in Braves history, and look into the mailbag for listener-submitted content!

3FF's hosts take a look at the Will Smith signing, pick other free agents to focus on, make roster decisions on Rule 5-eligible players, and take a look back at the career of Otis Nixon. Special thanks to Braves Journal's Rob Copenhaver (Twitter: BravesGators) for the submitted Otis Nixon piece.

Kris, Ryan, and Brent discuss the Tyler Flowers, Nick Markakis, and Darren O'Day signings, the Julio Teheran non-signing, talk about prospects they think could impact the 2020 team, and hear the tragic story of 1960s Braves prospect Udell Chambers.

In a purely introductory episode, Brent, Kris, and Ryan talk about their Braves fandom origins and talk about what to expect in the future from Three Flags Flying.