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HR3 - If nothing else, Braves must get 2 reliable starting pitchers at trade deadline In hour three Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan continue to react to ESPN putting out a list of the top 10 safeties in the NFL as voted on by league scouts, executives and coaches, react to Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III being ranked as the fifth best safety and Falcons other safety Xavier Watts being in the ‘Honorable Mentions' category, talk about how the Detroit Lions have a lot of players in the Top 10 of their respective positions, and explain why they think the Lions have the most balanced roster in NFL and should be Super Bowl favorites this season. Then, Mike and Beau spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Atlanta Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Mike, Beau, and Grant discuss there being a lot of pressure on the Braves to win their game against the Texas Rangers tonight, especially with Chris Sale on the mound and to get off to a good start to the second half of the season, if there is a specific place that Braves star first baseman and slugger Matt Olson should be batting in the lineup, what Grant thinks the timeline is for Braves star right fielder and leadoff hitter Ronald Acuña Jr. returning from injury and rejoining the Atlanta Braves, how Grant feels about how the Braves are handling some of their young pitchers, if he thinks JR Ritchie is ready to be in the Braves starting pitching rotation, if the Braves young pitchers are ready to help the Braves make a run at the pennant, what Grant thinks the Braves will do before the trade deadline, and who Grant thinks is the most important starter in the Braves starting pitching rotation other than Chris Sale heading into the second half of the season. Finally, The fellas close out hour three by spending some time with 92.9 The Game's own soccer insider Madison Crews! Beau, Mike, and Madison discuss what Madison's takeaways were from the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final match between Argentina and England here in Atlanta, Georgia, what she thinks about how England tried to defend Lionel Messi and the Argentina attack, what Madison thinks about the adjustments Argentina made to address the way England was defending them, how Madison feels about the 2026 FIFA World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina, why the final is being played in New York/New Jersey instead of Texas or Atlanta, the England soccer team having a lot of questions to answer over the next four years, how Madison feels about Atlanta United, what Madison thinks United can do in the rest of their season, and The Five Stripes having three matches in the next seven days.
Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Atlanta Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Mike, Beau, and Grant discuss there being a lot of pressure on the Braves to win their game against the Texas Rangers tonight, especially with Chris Sale on the mound and to get off to a good start to the second half of the season, if there is a specific place that Braves star first baseman and slugger Matt Olson should be batting in the lineup, what Grant thinks the timeline is for Braves star right fielder and leadoff hitter Ronald Acuña Jr. returning from injury and rejoining the Atlanta Braves, how Grant feels about how the Braves are handling some of their young pitchers, if he thinks JR Ritchie is ready to be in the Braves starting pitching rotation, if the Braves young pitchers are ready to help the Braves make a run at the pennant, what Grant thinks the Braves will do before the trade deadline, and who Grant thinks is the most important starter in the Braves starting pitching rotation other than Chris Sale heading into the second half of the season.
Eduardo Pérez joins Buster Olney to discuss Jordan Walker beating Kyle Schwarber in the 2026 Home Run Derby on his last swing, in front of a hostel Philadelphia crowd. They talk about the key to Walker's victory in the final round, hitters struggling with the magenta balls, Philadelphia fans showing out, how to make the All-Star Game matter again, and the balance of player participation versus needing a break from the game. Then, Buster hits All-Star Game media day and chats with Mason Miller, James Wood, Ernie Clement, Ben Rice, Cody Bellinger, Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson and Walker. Later, Buster answers your questions, and Jeff Passan has an about-face on the Home Run Derby format. 0:00 Welcome 3:54 Eduardo Pérez joins 22:29 Buster talks to players at ASG Media Day 27:47 Bleacher Tweets EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Help people affected by the Venezuela Earthquakes. Donate at www.redcross.org/ESPN Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Eduardo Pérez joins Buster Olney to discuss Jordan Walker beating Kyle Schwarber in the 2026 Home Run Derby on his last swing, in front of a hostel Philadelphia crowd. They talk about the key to Walker's victory in the final round, hitters struggling with the magenta balls, Philadelphia fans showing out, how to make the All-Star Game matter again, and the balance of player participation versus needing a break from the game. Then, Buster hits All-Star Game media day and chats with Mason Miller, James Wood, Ernie Clement, Ben Rice, Cody Bellinger, Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson and Walker. Later, Buster answers your questions, and Jeff Passan has an about-face on the Home Run Derby format. 0:00 Welcome 3:54 Eduardo Pérez joins 22:29 Buster talks to players at ASG Media Day 27:47 Bleacher Tweets EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS Help people affected by the Venezuela Earthquakes. Donate at www.redcross.org/ESPN Follow The Baseball Tonight Podcast on… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeL6O-A-ASmSMwbSCFvPKEq1Cslo_lrw Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5FG6xCcd338SgZjZ9urHRI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baseball-tonight-with-buster-olney/id137699414 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 443: Dallas, Jay Hay, Jared, and Tyler react to a loaded week of news in the baseball world. Surefire Hall of Famer Justin Verlander has announced his retirement at the end of the 2026 season. Dallas reflects on one of the greatest pitchers he ever shared the diamond with, what Verlander's career means, and the end of a bygone era for starting pitchers. Jared Jones became the latest pitcher to be pulled in the midst of a perfect game. Jared and Jay Hay dive deep into why they believe it was the right decision for both the Pirates and the Marlins. Yankees announcer Michael Kay found himself in hot water after reporting that Anthony Volpe would not be moving positions. The wait is over, BID Family Feud is back with another special guest rounding out the four-person battle, and the platinum player, Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson, joins the show to catch up with the crew and talk about the Home Run Derby. 00:00:00 - Sign Up For Our Patreon! Deserted Island Album Draft Coming Today! 00:02:24 - Justin Verlander Retiring at the End of the Season 00:18:00 - Jared Jones Pulled During Perfection 00:28:01 - Dylan Cease's AL Cy Young Chase 00:35:19 - Anthony Volpe Second Base Reports 00:46:52 - Matt Olson Joins BID 01:05:11 - Family Feud | Feat. KFC 01:31:10 - Same Ol' Mets 01:50:35 - Award-Winning Nugs 01:54:24 - Final Thoughts NEW BID MERCH IS HERE: https://www.baseballisdead.com Trade $20 get $20 on Kalshi - https://app.kalshi.com/1r91/BID Sign Up For Our Patreon for more Baseball Is Dead Content! https://www.patreon.com/cw/BaseballisDead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. Covering The Bases - Can the Braves keep the momentum in St. Louis? Today In Baseball History Beyond The Goatee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chuck & Chernoff, Cellini & Dimino talk about Chris being fooled by AI and Mike Bobo. Chuck & Chernoff also talk Brandon Aiyuk, Austin Riley, NBA expansion and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mitch Evans analyzes Matt Olson tying Dale Murphy's consecutive games record during the Braves' victory over the Pirates. They also discuss rookie Jim Jarvis's recent offensive adjustments and evaluate the starting rotation's performance as the All-Star break approaches. 01:40 - Matt Olson Record Streak 04:36 - Bryce Elder Mound Struggles 05:46 - Jim Jarvis Rookie Adjustment 09:50 - Braves Mid-Season Grades
Braves close out the Pirates with a 10-5 win behind Matt Olson, Mike Yastrzemski, and rookie Jim Jarvis' first MLB home run. Pete Davis also covers John Riggins finally getting his number retired, a major FanDuel gambling lawsuit, bizarre golf cart chaos, MLB history, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: This episode of the podcast is a wild ride, covering everything from the NFL draft to the world of golf, with a healthy dose of humor and pop culture thrown in for good measure. The conversation starts off with a discussion about the San Francisco Giants and their potential draft picks, including Jackson Flora and Justin Lebron. But things quickly take a turn as the hosts dive into the world of basketball, discussing the possibility of Lebron James joining the Golden State Warriors. The episode also touches on the world of soccer, with a hilarious story about Matt Olson's home run at a Braves game, where the organist played "Country Roads" and the crowd went wild. The hosts also discuss the upcoming football season, including the 49ers' chances and the potential signing of Joey Bosa. Along the way, they chat about everything from their personal experiences in Ireland to their favorite beers. One of the most interesting parts of the episode comes when the hosts talk to Matt Mayoko, who shares his insights on the 49ers' offense and their chances in the upcoming season. They also discuss the possibility of Brennan Ayuk returning to the team and the potential signing of Max Crosby. If you're a fan of the 49ers or just love the world of sports, this episode is a must-listen. The hosts' banter and humor make for a fun and entertaining ride, and their discussions about the latest news and trends in the sports world are informative and engaging. So grab a pint of Guinness and tune in to hear the full conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of today's show, Dukes and Zinno debate the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback situation and whether a competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. is truly fair. They are joined by Grant McAuley to analyze the Atlanta Braves' need for pitching rotation stability and Matt Olson's historic consecutive games streak. The conversation also explores Christian Pulisic's injury status and NBA rumors regarding LeBron James. 02:09 - Falcons Quarterback Competition Debate 06:40 - Mid-Season QB Change Risks 09:40 - World Cup Soccer Atmosphere 17:03 - Grant McAuley Braves Analysis 22:08 - Pitching Staff Trade Needs 28:20 - Christian Pulisic Injury News 35:00 - LeBron James NBA Rumors 38:41 - Kawhi Leonard Trade Investigation
The Daily Juice is back for Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 with a loaded four-play MLB betting card featuring three moneyline plays and a featured Hard Rock Bet of the Day player prop. Matt Perrault breaks down his official best bets for Wednesday, including where he sees betting value across the MLB slate and why his favorite player prop stands out. ⚾ MLB betting picks
Abe and Randy critique the USMNT's disappointing 4-1 loss to Belgium, highlighting defensive errors and the lack of world-class talent. They also examine the Atlanta Braves' recent performance, discussing Matt Olson's power surge and the frustrations surrounding a blown save. The segment concludes with a look at Cristiano Ronaldo's international future and the excitement for Argentina's match in Atlanta. 01:01 - USMNT Loss To Belgium 06:05 - Braves Bullpen Struggles 08:45 - Braves Roster Moves 10:46 - World Cup Recap
The New York Yankees rotation took a massive hit as left-hander Carlos Rodón was placed on the injured list with severe elbow inflammation, projecting an absence that will stretch into mid-August. Corey Pieper breaks down a devastating AL East injury timeline, shifting league discipline, crucial backend bullpen targets, and the FanDuel Bet of the Day. The transaction wire is hyperactive heading into the All-Star break as Cade Cavalli's suspension has officially been reduced to 5 games on appeal, allowing him to begin serving his time immediately. Meanwhile, Patrick Sandoval has been fully reinstated from the injured list, and George Springer has returned to the team from family medical leave, though he remained out of the starting lineup in his first game back. Roster managers must track a highly volatile day of performances that featured Tyler Tolbert exploding for a perfect 5-for-5 game with a home run, while modern juggernauts Shohei Ohtani and Matt Olson continued their steady power surges, alongside dynamic offensive showings from James Wood, Curtis Mead, CJ Abrams, Jose Caballero, Juan Soto, and Heliot Ramos. On the mound, Cam Schlittler delivered a masterful 8-inning, 8-strikeout gem, Landen Roupp turned in an 8-inning showcase of his own, and Brandon Pfaadt tossed 5 scoreless frames. Conversely, it was a historical implosion for frontline starters: Cristopher Sanchez collapsed for 9 earned runs in just 3.1 innings, Mike Burrows surrendered 10 total runs, and veteran arms Kevin Gausman and Walker Buehler were hammered for a combined 11 earned runs. Offensively, Paul Goldschmidt, Cody Bellinger, and Jonathan Aranda bottomed out with matching, empty 0-for-4, 3-strikeout nights. The Bullpen Report provides essential waiver-wire clarity, highlighting Tyler Wells ramping up in Baltimore, Jacob Webb securing the most recent save for the Cubs, and Emilio Pagan making his return to Cincinnati. We also review a rough outing for Raisel Iglesias and why Yankees high-leverage option Luke Weaver needs to be universally owned right now. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The rosters for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game were announced this past weekend, and while many very deserving players were named to their respective squads, there were a few surprising names who weren't selected. With the Midsummer Classic taking place in Philadelphia, there's one member of the hometown team who should've been a slam dunk to join the National League roster. On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss who they think were the biggest snubs from this year's All-Star Game, including why Zack Wheeler should've easily made the team representing the host Philadelphia Phillies. They also discuss some of the surprising players who did make their league's roster, including Luis Arraez, Matt Olson and Nick Kurtz. Later in the show, Jake and Jordan talk about the controversial decision by the Miami Marlins to not let Eury Pérez attempt to complete a perfect game after seven innings against the Sacramento Athletics. They then discuss the New York Yankees alarmingly dropping a series to the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014, a Los Angeles Dodgers announcer giving the two of them some flak and recap all the other action from baseball this past weekend. 2:05 - The Opener: All-Star snubs 14:50 - All-Star starting pitcher matchup 28:20 - How Sweep It Is: No perfecto for Pérez 41:56 - Red Sox are back in the race 45:28 - Kind of a Big Deal: Yankees panic? 53:46 - Turbo Mode: Weekend recap Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:
Buster says a No. 2 starter must be at the top of Alex Anthopoulos' list as the trade deadline nears. We also discuss Ozzie Albies & Matt Olson becoming All-Star starters, Michael Harris getting snubbed, and the incredible start to Junior Caminero's career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Buster says a No. 2 starter must be at the top of Alex Anthopoulos' list as the trade deadline nears. We also discuss Ozzie Albies & Matt Olson becoming All-Star starters, Michael Harris getting snubbed, and the incredible start to Junior Caminero's career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mets at Braves by Tony T. The Mets bring a left-handed-heavy top half around Carson Benge, Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, while Atlanta counters with Matt Olson, Michael Harris and Austin Riley against a right-handed starter.This matchup comes down to how efficiently the starters can control traffic. Nolan McLean must manage the first two trips through the order without creating extra baserunners,
Sandra Golden and Mitch Evans react to the Atlanta Braves calling up Jim Jarvis to start at shortstop against the Cardinals. They discuss Austin Riley's recent slump and the mentorship he's receiving from Chipper Jones, alongside a look at MLB All-Star voting for Matt Olson and Michael Harris II. 01:00 - Jim Jarvis Called Up 03:16 - Austin Riley And Chipper 06:01 - Dansby Swanson Breaks Out 07:42 - Braves Rotation Changes 10:01 - MLB All-Star Voting
92.9 The Game Atlanta Braves Insider and From The Diamond Host Grant McAuley talks about what the biggest issue is currently for the Braves, how valuable Mauricio Dubon has been all season, why the Braves won't settle on an everyday shortstop, how dramatic the fall-off has been for Ha-Seong Kim, Dom Smith and Matt Olson playing outfield defense, the down-the-line cost of Braves starters not going deep enough into ball games, and if Robert Suarez's forearm is a significant concern.
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 fall in game 1 vs Padres out west The guys discuss the best passer of the football of all time Redzone: Former Hawk Trae Young signs deal with the Washington Wizards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Much to cover with Buster today.... -His latest article says Alex Anthopoulos is 12th on his list of GM's under the most pressure at the trade deadline -Matt Olson was on Buster's Baseball Tonight Podcast -Matt Olson vs Freddie All star vote -Ozzie leading 2B! -Is Misiorowski the most dominant pitcher ever? -Trade talk is starting in earnest – Giants ready to unload See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Much to cover with Buster today.... -His latest article says Alex Anthopoulos is 12th on his list of GM's under the most pressure at the trade deadline -Matt Olson was on Buster's Baseball Tonight Podcast -Matt Olson vs Freddie All star vote -Ozzie leading 2B! -Is Misiorowski the most dominant pitcher ever? -Trade talk is starting in earnest – Giants ready to unload See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 12 o'clock hour is brought to you by SCANA Energy, the Official Natural Gas Partner of Georgia Tech. ESPN's Buster Olney joins us for his weekly visit RedZone - James Pearce Jr back in Flowery Branch James Dolan fires up the troops! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Kurkjian joins to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest historical performance: a 15-strikeout complete-game 1-hitter. Buster and Tim also discuss Tarik Skubal's return and what that means for the Tigers, the white hot White Sox, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's correlation to the Cubs' success. Braves All-Star first baseman Matt Olson then joins to discuss one of the most underrated parts of his game: his arm. He also shares a surprising story about the closest he's come to missing a game during his iron-man streak and is wise enough to not share some inside secrets of his batting approach to Cam Schlittler. 0:00 Top of the First (Logan Webb, White Sox, Las Vegas) 2:21 Jacob Misiorowski's complete game 6:09 Tarik Skubal returns 7:35 Jose Ramirez's injury 9:07 Spencer Strider's injury 10:07 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 1-hitter, White Sox win series 11:18 Cubs dependence on Pete Crow-Armstrong 12:55 Matt Olson's laser arm 15:35 Closest to missing a game 20:38 Returning to Silver Slugger form 24:59 Michael Harris II's breakout season 26:37 Mauricio Dubon's impact on Atlanta 27:56 Views on Walt Weiss' tackle on Soler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tim Kurkjian joins to talk about Jacob Misiorowski's latest historical performance: a 15-strikeout complete-game 1-hitter. Buster and Tim also discuss Tarik Skubal's return and what that means for the Tigers, the white hot White Sox, and Pete Crow-Armstrong's correlation to the Cubs' success. Braves All-Star first baseman Matt Olson then joins to discuss one of the most underrated parts of his game: his arm. He also shares a surprising story about the closest he's come to missing a game during his iron-man streak and is wise enough to not share some inside secrets of his batting approach to Cam Schlittler. 0:00 Top of the First (Logan Webb, White Sox, Las Vegas) 2:21 Jacob Misiorowski's complete game 6:09 Tarik Skubal returns 7:35 Jose Ramirez's injury 9:07 Spencer Strider's injury 10:07 Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 1-hitter, White Sox win series 11:18 Cubs dependence on Pete Crow-Armstrong 12:55 Matt Olson's laser arm 15:35 Closest to missing a game 20:38 Returning to Silver Slugger form 24:59 Michael Harris II's breakout season 26:37 Mauricio Dubon's impact on Atlanta 27:56 Views on Walt Weiss' tackle on Soler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Week In Fantasy Baseball - John Ke (@thejohnke) and Patrick Fitzgerald (@PFitzgerald_99) catch you up on everything in "This Week in Fantasy Baseball"! It's been a productive week for Matt Chapman and Reid Detmers. John and Patrick discuss whether the turnarounds are real or if they're just a flash in the pan. Plus, more player recaps from the week, injury updates, and streamer recommendations! Timestamps: 3:39 - Injury Updates 12:45 - Matt Chapman and Reid Detmers 23:03 - Dominic Canzone and Ben Brown 29:53 - Matt McLain and Emmet Sheehan 39:02 - Ernie Clement and Logan Webb 46:35 - Matt Olson and Taj Bradley 55:55 - Fernando Tatis Jr. and Parker Messick 1:03:54 - Streamers Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Youtube Connect: @ThisWeekPL | thisweekplpod@gmail.com Join Our Discord & Support The Show: PL+ | PL Pro - Get 15% off Yearly with code PODCASTProud member of the Pitcher List Fantasy Baseball Podcast Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Braves drop Game 1 to the White Sox in Chicago, Matt Olson goes deep twice almost 3 times and Ronald Acuna Jr leaves the game with left hamstring tightness. Barrett Sallee joins The Locker Room to talk about it all Grant Holmes, Ronald Acuna Jr and more Tonight Ford Leadoff Show starts at 6:25p with First Pitch at 7:40p Chris Sale (8-4, 2.23) takes the mound for Atlanta to face off against Davis Martin (8-2, 2.61) for the White Sox. Hear Atlanta Braves Today every Mon-Fri at 7:45a during The Locker Room on 680 The Fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ronald Acuna exits early with an injury, forcing fantasy managers to immediately brace for the upcoming medical updates. Joe Bond breaks down today's major news, runs through the Drops of the Week, and locks in the FanDuel Bet of the Day. Adley Rutschman deals with hamstring tightness, Oneil Cruz gets scratched, and Will Smith faces a possible IL stint. On the positive side, Tarik Skubal, Cole Ragans, Casey Mize, and Brandon Woodruff are all making visible progress toward returning. Dillon Dingler, Jac Caglianone, Matt Olson, Bryce Eldridge, and Nick Kurtz lead a deep list of top daily performers. Conversely, Dalton Rushing, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Adolis Garcia, and Freddy Peralta struggled heavily in yesterday's action. We evaluate the rotating segment to decide if it is time to cut ties with Maikel Garcia, Jose Altuve, Emmet Sheehan, or Aaron Nola. First Cup Fantasy Baseball drops every weekday around 9 AM ET on The F6P Hour. Use code F6PPODS for 15% off All Access at fantasysixpack.net – rankings, matchup tools, DFS and betting cheat sheets, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Buster compares the Braves & Dodgers, gives us an update on Drake Baldwin and says Walt Weiss will have to eventually decide if Ha-Seong Kim is his shortstop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andy and Abe discuss Nick Saban's recent testimony before Congress regarding the state of college athletics. They break down Ozzie Albies' dominant week and Matt Olson's performance as the Atlanta Braves continue their winning ways. Finally, they preview Chris Sale's start against the Toronto Blue Jays as the team looks to complete the series sweep. 02:13 - Saban's Congressional Testimony 06:05 - Ozzie Albies' Hot Streak 12:22 - Braves Seek Series Sweep
Following another win, the boys recap the Braves victory over the Blue Jays. Bryce Elder and the bullpen did their job while Matt Olson delivered the deciding blow. Plus, a season outlook for the shortstop position, a Drake Baldwin timeline, and more on the SP needs for the Braves. Fastenal - Industrial Supplies, Innovative Solutions. Want to learn more? Visit https://bit.ly/4s
Matt Olson and Bryce Elder powered the Braves to a 4-3 win against the Blue Jays in game one of the series. Barrett Sallee joins The Locker Room to breakdown last night's game and the upcoming games against Toronto. Tonight Ford Leadoff Show starts at 6p with First Pitch at 7:15p Grant Holmes (3-2, 3.95) takes the mound for Atlanta to faceoff against Patrick Corbin (2-1, 3.65) for the Blue Jays. Hear Atlanta Braves Today every Mon-Fri at 7:45a during The Locker Room on 680 The Fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andy and Abe break down the Atlanta Falcons' decision to sign wide receiver Drake London to a four-year, $141 million contract extension. They discuss the implications of the deal on the team's cap and the wide receiver market while comparing London's production to other top stars. Additionally, the conversation covers the Atlanta Braves' recent success, including Bryce Elder's quality start and Matt Olson's unique home run. 01:50 - Introduction and Hump Day 03:29 - Bryce Elder Quality Start 07:08 - Drake London Contract Extension 17:40 - Matt Olson Home Run 21:48 - Wide Receiver Market Dynamics 29:42 - Atlanta Traffic and Schools 30:58 - Most Important Falcons Player 37:10 - Kyle Pitts Offensive Role
Andy and Abe analyze Matt Olson's high-launch home run and the Braves' recent victory before shifting to the Falcons. The conversation covers Drake London's record-breaking contract extension and the team's salary cap strategy moving forward. 01:00 - Matt Olson's Vertical Homer 03:30 - Braves Series Win Recap 04:42 - Braves Injury Updates 05:03 - Drake London's New Contract 09:22 - Zachariah Branch Charges Dismissed
Matt Olson, who holds the longest current streak with 843 consecutive games played, came through on a day for honoring the true Iron Man's special day, hitting a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning to power the Braves past the Blue Jays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carl and Mike are joined by Grant McAuley as they discuss the latest on the Braves
Carl and Mike get into some Braves talk as they react to the team's win over the Blue Jays praising Matt Olson for his home run and whether Bryce Elder allowed too much contact with his pitches.
Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker chat about Patrick Corbin's 11-game losing streak to the Atlanta Braves, his game plan against the Braves, before touching on their series opener in Atlanta, George Springer's struggles, Kevin Gausman's outing and pitching decisions to Matt Olson, and questioning Vlad Jr.'s run to first base out of the box in his fourth at-bat. Then, ESPN insider and host of Sources Tell, Jeff Passan (30:48), joins the guys to discuss the defensive value of a first baseman, if the Seattle Mariners are the second best team in the Majors, which direction the Blue Jays should turn near the trade deadline with their current performance through May and early June, and if the team will look into the hitting over the pitching market. 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.
Braves TV analyst CJ Nitkowski (1:48) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker ahead of the second game of the Blue Jays' series in Atlanta. They discuss Matt Olson's elite play on offence and defence, Ozzie Albies' quiet reliability, Spencer Strider's evolution, and why manager Walt Weiss was the right choice to replace Brian Snitker. Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability before welcoming former MLB outfielder and Blue Jays Central's Kevin Pillar to the show (26:12). He weighs in on Patrick Corbin's historic struggles against the Braves ahead of his start, how George Springer can adjust at the plate, Daulton Varsho's defensive regression, and much more. 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.
(00:00) The anticipation is building for the fart doctor who will be joining us later this morning(17:28.504)(35:37.451) WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT: Michael Harris II went 4-for-4 with a two-run homer, Matt Olson also hit a two-run shot, and the Atlanta Braves edged the Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Tuesday night. The Golden Knights sweep the Avalanche to return to the Stanley Cup Final.Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Braves take Game 1 at Fenway behind big nights from Michael Harris II, Matt Olson and Austin Riley — but the biggest conversation may be happening at shortstop. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: ⚾ Michael Harris’ insane power display ⚾ Spencer Strider settling in after a rough start ⚾ Why Bryce Elder has become must-watch baseball ⚾ Fenway Park chaos and the Braves bats waking up ⚾ The growing concerns around Ha-Seong Kim ⚾ Could the Braves be nearing a major shortstop decision? Presented by Marietta Toyota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Ha-Seong Kim struggles to Matt Olson's success in Fenway, Buster is in Boston and we talk about our first place Braves, Tarik Skubal, Paul Skenes, the streaky Cubs, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Braves take Game 1 at Fenway behind big nights from Michael Harris II, Matt Olson and Austin Riley — but the biggest conversation may be happening at shortstop. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: ⚾ Michael Harris’ insane power display ⚾ Spencer Strider settling in after a rough start ⚾ Why Bryce Elder has become must-watch baseball ⚾ Fenway Park chaos and the Braves bats waking up ⚾ The growing concerns around Ha-Seong Kim ⚾ Could the Braves be nearing a major shortstop decision? Presented by Marietta Toyota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Spencer Jones facing an overclocked Jacob Misiorowski in Jones’s MLB debut, the distance from the mound to home plate when Ryan Waldschmidt is batting, Gage Workman’s middle name, and Tarik Skubal’s loose lima bean, then discuss the surprising Patrick Bailey trade—including takes on Bailey’s bat and framing value in the ABS era, the leadership of Buster Posey and Tony Vitello, Cleveland doubling down on the Austin Hedges catching model, and the virtues of Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson—plus thoughts on the bouncebacks of Bryce Harper and Michael Conforto, the Pirates’ rotation, iron man Matt Olson, a Craig Kimbrel meltdown, and the death of Bobby Cox. Audio intro: Garrett Krohn, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Benny and a Million Shetland Ponies, “Effectively Wild Theme (Pedantic)” Link to “POV” meme Link to Jones debut Link to Jones stance tweet Link to Judge/Jones comparison Link to first Jones vs. Miz PA Link to 103 mph+ pitches Link to fastest pitches of 2026 Link to top SP seasons by K% Link to “Ballad of a Thin Man” Link to Miz velo upticks article Link to Miz Charizard pull Link to tallest outfield Link to Ben on big Yankees Link to Waldschmidt quote Link to Workman middle name info 1 Link to Workman middle name info 2 Link to “taters” Gollum clip Link to Boras on the “Skubal scope” Link to Boras/Olney podcast Link to last year’s Boras/Skubal quote Link to FG post on Bailey Link to Dubuque on Bailey Link to Baggarly on Bailey/Posey 1 Link to Baggarly on Bailey/Posey 2 Link to Rosenthal on Posey Link to Bailey’s framing at FG Link to 2026 FG framing leaders Link to 2025 FG framing leaders Link to Savant framing leaders Link to top players since Bailey’s call-up Link to top Giants since Bailey’s call-up Link to top catchers since Bailey’s call-up Link to Giants dugout pitch-calling article 1 Link to Giants dugout pitch-calling article 2 Link to Bailey wRC+ joke Link to story about Hedges the hitter Link to “framemog” at wiktionary Link to framemogging meme Link to NPR on framemogging Link to Vitello quote about effort Link to Vitello pitching change confusion Link to Kapler pitching change confusion Link to La Russa pitching change confusion Link to Nightengale on the trade deadline Link to MLBTR on the Giants’ outlook Link to team run differentials Link to Conforto wRC+ leaderboard Link to top team SP by WAR Link to Pirates SP production Link to FG MLB WAR leaders Link to longest consecutive games streaks Link to Freeman vs. Olson WAR post-2022 Link to worst RP WPAs Link to Kimbrel loss Link to Kimbrel grand slam story Link to Chavez’s Giants origin story Link to “OTP” explainer Link to Cox obit Link to Atlanta championship expectations Link to Cox research 1 Link to Cox research 2 Link to Cox research 3 Link to manager longevity article Link to data on ejection causes Link to CCS ejections posts Link to 2026 manager ejection count Link to 2025 manager ejections count Link to 2024 manager ejections count Link to manager ejections data over time Link to 2016 THT article on Cox DV Link to 1995 THT article on Cox DV Link to Clevinger report 1 Link to Clevinger report 2 Link to Tigers Triple-A manager firing Link to Mixtape wiki Link to “bro explaining” meme Link to Mixtape baseball quote 1 Link to Mixtape baseball quote 2 Link to Ben’s gaming podcast Link to article on foul ball increases Link to 2026 foul ball leaders Link to 1988 foul ball data Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight Podcast! Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos joins us to detail why he's not getting too excited yet about the Braves best start since 1998, how Matt Olson is getting even better, and his reaction to 62-year-old manager Walt Weiss' tackle during last month's brawl. Yankees fan Rich Eisen then stops by to talk about his favorite John Sterling memories, the time he creeped out Don Mattingly, and how scary the Yankees rotation can be with Carlos Rodon and Gerrit Cole on the way back. Plus Sarah Langs and Todd Radom! 0:00 Welcome 0:37 Cubs are on fire 2:06 Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos joins the show 2:36 Atlanta's best start since 1998 3:51 Matt Olson can do it all 6:33 Reaction to Walt Weiss' tackle in brawl 9:41 Braves depth in face of injuries 11:13 Reflecting on the iconic David Price 2015 trade 16:09 Sarah Langs plays the Numbers Game 17:04 Rich Eisen joins the show 17:19 Favorite John Sterling memories 21:23 Rich's Yankee fandom origin story 23:27 Favorite Yankee players growing up 24:20 Awkward Don Mattingly story 28:33 Rodon and Cole coming back 29:50 Why the Yankees are so good this year 35:40 Todd Radom joins the show 36:20 Best bobblehead giveaways this year 38:44 Quiz time! 39:56 Bleacher Tweets: Mike Trout to the east coast? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
"My weiner looks like Jack Nicholson at the end of The Shining." Amin has a very important question for the crew: when is it time to throw away your underwear? Then, it's time for a new episode of The Pitch Clock with the return of "Pitch Clock Jeopardy!" between Jeremy and Chris. And Marlins Radio play-by-play broadcaster and Just Baseball's Jack McMullen joins Jeremy to discuss Tarik Skubal's injury, the red-hot Tampa Bay Rays (shoutout to Dan), the promotion of Joe Mack, and his pick for the Golden Era Star of the Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Benches cleared after Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez hit Red Sox batter Trevor Story on Tuesday. Valdez said it was not intentional, while Tigers manager A.J. Hinch said it was a "low moment" for the team. Speculation abounds that Valdez was upset about the Boston stealing signs, rather than the two home runs they hit before Story was beaned. Eduardo Perez joins to break it all down. Later on, Hembo hops on to discuss Matt Olson's hot streak, Rafael Devers slow start, and the rookie who is raking for the Cubs. 0:00 Welcome 0:41 Eduardo Perez joins 0:55 Framber Valdez fallout 3:01 How long should Valdez be suspended? 5:11 Tigers starting pitching injury crisis 6:39 Tarik Skubal out 2-3 months 9:02 Junior Caminero is must-watch 9:57 What is happening with the Giants? 12:09 Carlos Correa out for the season 13:00 Hembo joins the show 13:57 Rafael Devers struggles in San Francisco 18:35 Matt Olson, Hall of Fame bound? 22:30 Red Sox struggling at the plate 25:34 Moises Ballesteros on fire for the Cubs 30:15 Marlins middle infield swap 32:22 Congrats to the Schwinks 33:06 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices