Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex Anthopoulos

Andy Bunker and Randy McMichael discuss Tyler Mahle's impressive first two starts for the Atlanta Braves and his potential impact on the postseason rotation. They also touch on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s aggressive base running and the depth Alex Anthopoulos has built in the pitching staff. 01:00 - Trillville Thursday Kickoff 03:20 - Tyler Mahle's Hot Start 08:45 - Braves Playoff Rotation Strategy

Carl and Mike open up the show with some Braves talk as they react to the team's win over the Mets behind a solid outing from recently acquired pitcher, Tyler Mahle and as they discuss, they agree in saying that it maybe time to stop second guessing Alex Anthopoulos and the moves he has made.

HR1 - Braves fans may owe Alex Anthopoulos apology for critiques of his trade deadline moves In hour one Mike, Ali, and Beau recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the New York Mets 6-3 at home last night to win two out of the three games in their three game series with the Mets to win the series, talk about how Braves trade deadline acquisitions Lane Thomas and Tyler Mahle both made a big impact in last night's win, explain why they think Braves General Manager Alex Anthopolous' trade deadline moves are looking good after the Braves win last night, react to Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Kevin Stefanski announcing yesterday that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will start tomorrow night in the team's preseason opener against the Denver Broncos, and that the Falcons starters will play in one drive or around 10 plays in their preseason opener against the Denver Broncos tomorrow night. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to Coach Stefanski saying that they have not yet decided on a starting quarterback for Week 1, explain why they think Tua's only preseason reps may be tomorrow if quarterback Michael Penix Jr. gets fully cleared soon, react to Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson saying he wants the Bears to have the highest-scoring offense ever, explain why they think there's nothing wrong with what he had to say, and then close out hour one by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!

Mike, Ali, and Bea continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves beating the New York Mets 6-3 at home last night to win two out of the three games in their three game series with the Mets to win the series, talk about how Braves trade deadline acquisitions Lane Thomas and Tyler Mahle both made a big impact in last night's win, talk about how Braves third baseman Austin Riley has gotten comfortable batting in the eighth spot in the lineup, and explain why he needs to stay there.

Mike and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the New York Mets 8-5 at home last night, continue to talk about how Braves starting pitcher last night Bryce Elder didn't pitch well but got no help from the umpires either, and explain why they think Braves fans must stop getting caught up in the highs and lows of a long 162-game MLB regular season.

Rusty and Stake analyze the Atlanta Braves' recent success, including a bizarre home run from Ronald Acuña Jr. involving a collision in the outfield. They examine Alex Anthopoulos's decision-making during the trade deadline, specifically why the team held onto top prospects like Cam Caminiti instead of pursuing stars like Tarek Skubal. The discussion highlights the importance of roster depth and the resurgence of the Braves' offense. 01:00 - Acuña's Bizarre Home Run 01:55 - Anthopoulos Trade Strategy 06:27 - Walt Weiss Analysis 09:04 - Braves Roster Depth

Andy and Randy talk about the Braves extending their win streak to 7 games with a strong performance from Bryce Elder and a possible road map to winning in the playoffs.

Mike, Ali, and Beau talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

Mike, Ali, and Bea react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before Monday's 6PM MLB trade deadline, explain why they think the trade deadline proved the Braves will never make big moves or be big spenders while owned by Liberty Media, and recap and react to the Braves winning their sixth game in a row last night after beating the Miami Marlins at home 4-2.

Mike, Ali, and Beau react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before yesterday's 6PM trade deadline, and explain why they think Anthopoulos made it clear during his interview with The Steakhouse yesterday that the Braves don't have a clear number two starting pitcher right now.

They analyze the Atlanta Falcons' offensive potential and compare Tua Tagovailoa's trajectory to other NFL veteran quarterbacks. The conversation shifts to the impact of recent injuries on the Falcons' defense and Alex Anthopoulos's defense of the Atlanta Braves' trade deadline approach. They also debate missed opportunities for pitching upgrades and the team's outlook for a deep postseason run. 01:00 - Falcons Roster and Tagovailoa Comparison 05:01 - Falcons and Bulldogs Injury Updates 06:56 - Anthopoulos Defends Braves Deadline 11:43 - Analyzing the Tarik Skubal Market 14:17 - Evaluating Braves Postseason Potential

Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden evaluate the impact of Lane Thomas and Brent Suter on the Braves' roster. They compare recent managerial changes to the Red Sox's dramatic turnaround while debating Alex Anthopoulos' trade deadline strategy. 01:00 - Braves Depth And Lane Thomas 03:41 - Red Sox Historic Run 09:41 - Brent Suter Joins The Braves 12:15 - Evaluating Alex Anthopoulos Strategy

Sandra Golden and Steak react to the devastating news that Falcons defender Bralen Trice suffered a season-ending injury during training camp. They are joined by JP Peterson to discuss Baker Mayfield's impact in Tampa Bay and the current state of the NFC South. The conversation also explores Alex Anthopoulos' recent comments regarding the Braves' approach to the MLB trade deadline. 01:50 - Bralen Trice Injury Analysis 06:24 - Aaron Rodgers Interview Reaction 08:10 - Anthopoulos Trade Deadline Recap 14:55 - JP Peterson Guest Appearance 18:20 - Baker Mayfield Contract Talk 24:00 - NFC South Division Preview 30:40 - Falcons Quarterback Storyline Debate 36:15 - Evaluating Braves Trade Strategy

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 426 of the Hammer Territory Podcast, reacting to the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. Topics include Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves failing to add a high-level starting pitcher, the additions of Tyler Mahle and Brent Suter, what it all means for the rest of the season and the team's World Series chances, and much more. Fastenal - Industrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit Fastenal.com To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, go to MintMobile.com/Territory. That’s it there’s no catch. See how K12 Powered Schools can help unlock your child’s full potential. Enroll online today at K12.com/foulSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete breaks down the Braves’ trade deadline moves, Alex Anthopoulos’ strategy, and whether Atlanta did enough to make a postseason run. Plus, the latest on the Falcons as Bijan Robinson becomes the highest-paid running back in NFL history, the first college football coaches poll, Georgia’s national title hopes, and more sports headlines from around the country.

The trade deadline has passed, what does Buster think of the Braves moves, or lack there of. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawks and United Broadcaster Mike Conti talks about the first week of Falcons Training Camp setting the stage for the rest of the preseason, the number of extensions handed out by as new coaching staff and new front office to members of the Falcons core, the Falcons potential this season to rise to the top of the NFC South, some of the blowback that Alex Anthopoulos has faced after no key additions at the MLB Trade Deadline, whether the Protect College Sports Act is actually going to get passed by the Senate, and if we're going to lose more premier non-conference games over time.

Carl and Mike open the show with some Braves talk as they discuss why they believe Braves fans "every right" to be upset with Alex Anthopoulos in regards to the team not making a move for a playoff caliber pitcher before the trade deadline.

In the 3rd hour of today's show, Carl and Mike react to the news of Falcons edge rusher Jalon Walker being carted off the field with a suspected ACL injury at Flowery Branch. They are joined by Marc Raimondi and Connor Riley to discuss the defensive depth and the Georgia Bulldogs' position in the latest Coaches Poll. They also analyze Alex Anthopoulos' defense of the Braves' trade deadline approach and celebrate Bijan Robinson's contract extension. 01:50 - Jalon Walker Injury News 05:10 - Bulldogs Coaches Poll Rankings 09:15 - College Athletics Revenue Cap 13:00 - Alabama Drops In Rankings 18:55 - Falcons Practice Injury Details 22:40 - Anthopoulos Defends Deadline Moves 28:10 - Braves Playoff Rotation Debate 37:40 - Personal Restaurant Social Vibes 41:15 - Marc Raimondi Falcons Update 46:35 - Bijan Robinson Contract Signed

In the opening hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell voice their disappointment with Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos for failing to improve the starting rotation at the trade deadline. They also discuss Bijan Robinson's contract extension and provide updates from Falcons training camp regarding the quarterback situation and offensive line depth. 01:50 - Fans Attend Falcons Practice 05:13 - Criticizing Anthopoulos' Trade Deadline 10:36 - Robinson's Elite Running Back Contract 15:32 - Tony Gwynn Jr. MLB Analysis 24:54 - Comparing National League Trades 32:08 - Falcons Quarterback Competition Update 38:57 - Robinson's High Market Value

Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 10 o'clock hour is brought to you by UROLOGY OF GREATER ATLANTA. Our team of top-rated Urologists offers treatment options that have helped men & women throughout Metro Atlanta! Visit us online today at UGATL.com Braves Country is not happy about the trade deadline Dimino joins us from the beach Today In Baseball History See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino talk everything Atlanta Sports, the National Sports picture and the current (and WAY back when) in pop culture! Get the latest and your fill of Atlanta Braves, Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta Hawks daily from two "Southern" Yankees daily Mon-Fri from 10a-2p! The 11 o'clock hour is brought to you by TRAJAN WEALTH; Planning for tomorrow starts today. Visit Trajan Wealth dot com to learn more about retirement and state planning Buster Olney reviews the Braves trade deadline decisions RedZone - Bijan gets paid See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike, Ali, and Beau react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before yesterday's 6PM trade deadline, and talk about how they're disappointed and upset by another underwhelming trade deadline performance from Anthopoulos.

Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before yesterday's 6PM MLB trade deadline, explain why they think the Braves lack of big moves before yesterday's trade deadline was frustrating but expected, talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then close out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

Ali, Mike, and Beau continue to react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before yesterday's 6PM trade deadline, and explain why they think Liberty Media's self imposed salary cap is what continues to hold the Braves back.

Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to react to all the trades that the Atlanta Braves and Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos did and did not make before yesterday's 6PM trade deadline, and explain why they think Anthopoulos and Liberty Media are to blame for the Atlanta's mediocre trade deadline moves.

Chuck, Chernoff, Dimino, Cotter, and Westy talked about the decisions Alex Anthopoulos made at the Trade Deadline and what's next for the Braves as we move into August.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Anthopoulos joins Steak and Drew to explain his decision-making process following the trade deadline for the Braves. He addresses fan frustration regarding the search for a frontline starter and the balance between short-term goals and long-term stability. Steak and Drew then analyze the roster's readiness for a postseason run compared to other league powerhouses. 01:56 - Alex Anthopoulos Joins 07:28 - Rotation Depth Discussion 10:31 - Tarik Skubal Trade Talk 14:08 - New Player Profiles 19:12 - Fan Reaction Analysis 24:40 - Rotation Concern Debate 33:15 - Mike Bell Preview 40:50 - Red Sox Deadline 46:10 - Falcons Season Outlook

Jake and Bo analyze the Atlanta Braves' lack of a blockbuster trade following an interview with General Manager Alex Anthopoulos. They debate the feasibility of acquiring Tarik Skubal and address fan concerns regarding Liberty Media's investment in the team versus real estate development at The Battery. 01:04 - Analyzing Alex Anthopoulos Interview 04:25 - Modern Playoff Pitching Strategy 08:24 - Liberty Media Ownership Concerns

Atlanta Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos joins Steak and Drew to address fan frustration following the trade deadline. He explains the organization's philosophy of balancing short-term goals with long-term stability while detailing the roles of new additions like Tyler Mahle and Lane Thomas. Anthopoulos also shares insights on why the team chose not to mortgage their future for high-priced starters. 01:04 - Bijan Robinson Extension 01:31 - Alex Anthopoulos Interview 07:05 - Integrating New Additions 09:47 - Tarik Skubal Trade Market 15:12 - Braves Injury Updates

Steak Shapiro listens to fan frustration over the Atlanta Braves' quiet trade deadline and Alex Anthopoulos' strategy. They contrast the team's prospect retention with the aggressive spending of the Padres and Dodgers. The conversation on the Steakhouse wraps up with a look at the Falcons' recent signings and a high-stakes bet on the New Orleans Saints. 01:00 - Braves Trade Deadline Reaction 05:32 - MLB Trade Strategy Debate 12:53 - Postseason Pitching Matchups 14:01 - Falcons Roster Updates 15:28 - Saints Division Wager

Discussion focuses on the Atlanta Braves' inactive trade deadline and the resulting frustration among the fan base. Comparisons are made between Matt Ryan's new role in the organization and Kirby Smart's leadership style at Georgia. They also examine whether minor pitching acquisitions can replicate the success of the 2021 championship run. 01:00 - Matt Ryan's Organizational Role 04:10 - Braves Trade Deadline Frustration 07:36 - Alex Anthopoulos' Roster Strategy

Carl and Mike get back into Braves talk as they share thoughts on the trades the team has made to this point as the deadline nears and agree that in regards to adding a bat, they believe Alex Anthopoulos addressed it with the addition of Lane Thomas. As they discuss, they agree that while it was good to see the Braves make moves over the weekend, they believe there is still a need for another starting pitcher.

Grant McAuley, filling in for Mike Johnson, Ali, and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals, continue to talk about the Braves sweeping their four game series with the Nationals, continue to react to the Braves trading for outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Royals in exchange for two minor league pitchers, continue to react to the Braves bolstering their injury-depleted starting pitching rotation for the stretch run and trading for veteran starting pitcher Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants, and explain why they think Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos at the very least will trade for another bullpen arm before this evening's trade deadline.

HR3 - Alex Anthopoulos likely to make more trades before 6 PM MLB trade deadline In hour three Grant McAuley, filling in for Mike Johnson, Ali, and Beau react to all the news that came out of Atlanta Falcons training camp over the weekend, including the Falcons signing starting left guard Matthew Bergeron to a four-year contract extension worth $96 million with $60 million guaranteed, explain why they think Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts may end up being the biggest beneficiary to having Matt Ryan back, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals, continue to talk about the Braves sweeping their four game series with the Nationals, continue to react to the Braves trading for outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Royals in exchange for two minor league pitchers, continue to react to the Braves bolstering their injury-depleted starting pitching rotation for the stretch run and trading for veteran starting pitcher Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants, explain why they think Braves General Manager and President of Baseball Operations Alex Anthopoulos at the very least will trade for another bullpen arm before this evening's trade deadline, talk about how Grant noticed that Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider's locker is cleaned out and he appears to be done for season, talk about what they think the future is for Strider, talk about what they learned during the show in ‘The More You Know', and then closed out hour three by answering people's questions about anything in the Morning Mailbag!

Grant McAuley, filling in for Mike Johnson, Ali, and Beau recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals, talk about the Braves sweeping their four game series with the Nationals, react to the Braves trading for outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for two minor league pitchers, react to the Braves bolstering their injury-depleted starting pitching rotation for the stretch run and trading for veteran starting pitcher Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants, and explain why they think the Braves are not done making trades because they still have more needs to fill.

Grant McAuley, filling in for Mike Johnson, Ali, and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals, continue to talk about the Braves sweeping their four game series with the Nationals, continue to react to the Braves trading for outfielder Lane Thomas and minor league left-hander Bailey Falter from the Royals in exchange for two minor league pitchers, continue to react to the Braves bolstering their injury-depleted starting pitching rotation for the stretch run and trading for veteran starting pitcher Tyler Mahle from the San Francisco Giants, and explain why they think the Braves must trade for a starting pitcher who could start game two of a playoff series for the team and have them in a position to win.

Grant McCauley joins to analyze the Atlanta Braves' recent acquisitions and the potential for a blockbuster move before the trade deadline. He explores the impact of Tyler Mahle, evaluates the Dodgers' aggressive roster building, and discusses which prospects Alex Anthopoulos might consider trading for a top-tier pitcher. 01:36 - Grant McCauley Braves Analysis 04:45 - Dodgers Trade Deadline Moves 07:43 - Evaluating Braves Trade Chips 12:11 - Untouchable Braves Roster Players

Scott Coleman and Shawn Coleman break down the first trade of the deadline for the Atlanta Braves, acquiring veteran outfielder Lane Thomas and lefty pitcher Bailey Falter from the Kansas City Royals. They discuss what Thomas will bring to the lineup, the prospect cost to acquire Thomas and Falter, and what needs remain for Alex Anthopoulos. Fastenal - Industrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit Fastenal.com Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Ennis and Sam McKee kick off the second hour by discussing Ken Rosenthal's report on the Blue Jays and Braves, including the relationship between Toronto and Alex Anthopoulos and how both organizations interact within the trade market. They also compare the outlooks of the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays heading into next season. Later, they welcome Joe House, podcast host at The Ringer, to discuss LIV Golf cancelling its Team Championship in Michigan, the future of LIV and the PGA Tour, LeBron James' move to Philadelphia, Kawhi Leonard's situation with the Raptors, the shifting balance of power in the Eastern Conference, and House's latest dining experience. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a special edition of the Hammer Territory Podcast, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal joins the show to discuss the latest with the Atlanta Braves ahead of the Trade Deadline, including Tarik Skubal, Kevin Gausman, and what Alex Anthopoulos could have in store. Then, Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert discuss Rosenthal's insights and what the Braves could be looking at over the next few days. Fastenal - Industrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit Fastenal.com Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike, Ali, and Beau continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves' 7-6 win over the San Diego Padres.

Mike and Abe get into some of the latest sports headlines including the Braves getting the win over Padres with Bryce Elder getting the start and having a good outing and Victor Mederos coming in and providing a quality performance in relief and proves Alex Anthopoulos continues to show he is capable of finding 'the diamonds in the rough'.

The Atlanta Braves opened the second half with a great offensive showing and a series win over the Texas Rangers, but with 17 games in 17 days leading up to the Trade Deadline, can the club keep that momentum going? Grant McAuley delves into where Atlanta stands offensively and on the mound, where injuries and inconsistency in the rotation contributed to the club's June swoon. Can the lineup do enough to cover up some of those struggles? Is Austin Riley finally emerging from his season-long slumber at the plate? Is Ronald Acuña Jr. ready to help carry that offense? Can some injured players help out? Can the bullpen withstand the heavy workload before help arrives? What kind of help can Alex Anthopoulos acquire? All those questions and more will be discussed on this edition of the show. We'll also discuss the Braves' 2026 draft class and the strategy that helped the club land several first round talents. Gaurav Vedak of Battery Power joins the show to discuss that. Catch From The Diamond on Sundays from 5-7pm ET on 92-9 The Game throughout baseball season, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and visit FromTheDiamond.com for more.

Buster has plenty to talk about....the Braves need for starting pitching, the Trade Deadline, the All-Star Game festivities hangover, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the 4 pm hour of today's show, Chuck & Chernoff were joined by Atlanta Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos ahead of the Braves trade deadline to talk about the state of the team, if there are any untouchable pieces, Spencer Schwellenbach, Hurston Waldrep, Austin Riley, and how the Braves almost acquired Kyle Schwarber in 2021. The guys also talked about Kirby Smart, Georgia Football, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Austin Riley's powerful performance over the weekend sparks a discussion about the Braves' offensive turnaround in July. Alex Anthopoulos provides perspective on the lack of market clarity ahead of the trade deadline and highlights potential league-wide sellers. They also touch on the Atlanta Hawks' roster construction, comparing the physicality of new additions to established defenders like Luguentz Dort. 01:00 - Austin Riley Powers Braves 04:21 - Anthopoulos On Trade Deadline 07:15 - Hawks Roster Physicality Review

In the 3rd hour of today's show, Mike and Abe evaluate the Atlanta Hawks' defensive-minded trades and whether they have enough scoring to compete in a tougher Eastern Conference. They also discuss the Braves' mounting pitching injuries following Hurston Waldrop's discomfort and Alex Anthopoulos's strategy for the trade deadline. Finally, they criticize Tom Brady for his appearance at Fanatics Fest involving Logan Paul and recycled Super Bowl jokes. 01:50 - World Cup Halftime Critique 07:00 - Soccer Growth In America 10:33 - SEC Media Day Highlights 17:39 - Hawks Roster Defensive Strategy 23:40 - Zaccharie Risacher Trade Reactions 28:25 - Alex Anthopoulos Pitching Update 36:33 - Braves Luxury Tax Discussion 41:12 - Tom Brady's Lame Cameo

The Braves are back from the All-Star break, and the next 17 days could define their season. With the trade deadline approaching, Atlanta has big decisions to make as they try to hold first place and prepare for a postseason run. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: ⚾ Why the Braves could make a trade before the deadline