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Ronald Acuña returned with a bang (2:30)! ... Tarik Skubal had an insane start (5:06). ... The Red Sox promoted Marcelo Mayer this weekend due to Alex Bregman getting hurt (8:35). ... News (15:52): Logan Henderson was optioned on Monday. ... Who are the top Bregman replacements (25:47)? ... Ryan O'Hearn or Gavin Sheets (29:00). ... Who are the top waiver wire pitchers from the long weekend (31:19)? ... Let's talk about Kevin Gausman, Matthew Liberatore and Spencer Schwellenbach (44:53). ... These hitters are performing in May (52:53). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (56:36). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey sounded off on his colleagues at the SEC Meetings. The Commish says he wants only what moves the sport forward. We hear his words on the show. The Alabama Crimson Tide opens the season at The Florida State Seminoles and The Auburn Tigers are at The Baylor Bears. Are the openers for Alabama Football and Auburn Football part of the best Week One ever? Blind Ranking: College Football’s Tower of Terror The Auburn Tigers hope to light up the Jordan Hare Stadium scoreboard this season and they will have a new one to work with. Auburn Football shares video of the Tigers’ new toy. Auburn Baseball will not have to leave Plainsman Park until Omaha if they keep winning. The Tigers secured the overall #4 Seed in the NCAA College World Series bracket. Alabama Baseball is the two seed in the Hattiesburg Region. Bama will open with the Miami Hurricanes. Ronald Acuña had a big return to the Atlanta Braves and now they hit the road to the Philadelphia Phillies for a big series. The Bleacher Report gives us a surprise ranking of the NFL Divisions.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey sounded off on his colleagues at the SEC Meetings. The Commish says he wants only what moves the sport forward. We hear his words on the show. The Alabama Crimson Tide opens the season at The Florida State Seminoles and The Auburn Tigers are at The Baylor Bears. Are the openers for Alabama Football and Auburn Football part of the best Week One ever? Blind Ranking: College Football’s Tower of Terror The Auburn Tigers hope to light up the Jordan Hare Stadium scoreboard this season and they will have a new one to work with. Auburn Football shares video of the Tigers’ new toy. Auburn Baseball will not have to leave Plainsman Park until Omaha if they keep winning. The Tigers secured the overall #4 Seed in the NCAA College World Series bracket. Alabama Baseball is the two seed in the Hattiesburg Region. Bama will open with the Miami Hurricanes. Ronald Acuña had a big return to the Atlanta Braves and now they hit the road to the Philadelphia Phillies for a big series. The Bleacher Report gives us a surprise ranking of the NFL Divisions.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey sounded off on his colleagues at the SEC Meetings. The Commish says he wants only what moves the sport forward. We hear his words on the show. The Alabama Crimson Tide opens the season at The Florida State Seminoles and The Auburn Tigers are at The Baylor Bears. Are the openers for Alabama Football and Auburn Football part of the best Week One ever? Blind Ranking: College Football’s Tower of Terror The Auburn Tigers hope to light up the Jordan Hare Stadium scoreboard this season and they will have a new one to work with. Auburn Football shares video of the Tigers’ new toy. Auburn Baseball will not have to leave Plainsman Park until Omaha if they keep winning. The Tigers secured the overall #4 Seed in the NCAA College World Series bracket. Alabama Baseball is the two seed in the Hattiesburg Region. Bama will open with the Miami Hurricanes. Ronald Acuña had a big return to the Atlanta Braves and now they hit the road to the Philadelphia Phillies for a big series. The Bleacher Report gives us a surprise ranking of the NFL Divisions.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey sounded off on his colleagues at the SEC Meetings. The Commish says he wants only what moves the sport forward. We hear his words on the show. The Alabama Crimson Tide opens the season at The Florida State Seminoles and The Auburn Tigers are at The Baylor Bears. Are the openers for Alabama Football and Auburn Football part of the best Week One ever? Blind Ranking: College Football’s Tower of Terror The Auburn Tigers hope to light up the Jordan Hare Stadium scoreboard this season and they will have a new one to work with. Auburn Football shares video of the Tigers’ new toy. Auburn Baseball will not have to leave Plainsman Park until Omaha if they keep winning. The Tigers secured the overall #4 Seed in the NCAA College World Series bracket. Alabama Baseball is the two seed in the Hattiesburg Region. Bama will open with the Miami Hurricanes. Ronald Acuña had a big return to the Atlanta Braves and now they hit the road to the Philadelphia Phillies for a big series. The Bleacher Report gives us a surprise ranking of the NFL Divisions.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey sounded off on his colleagues at the SEC Meetings. The Commish says he wants only what moves the sport forward. We hear his words on the show. The Alabama Crimson Tide opens the season at The Florida State Seminoles and The Auburn Tigers are at The Baylor Bears. Are the openers for Alabama Football and Auburn Football part of the best Week One ever? Blind Ranking: College Football’s Tower of Terror The Auburn Tigers hope to light up the Jordan Hare Stadium scoreboard this season and they will have a new one to work with. Auburn Football shares video of the Tigers’ new toy. Auburn Baseball will not have to leave Plainsman Park until Omaha if they keep winning. The Tigers secured the overall #4 Seed in the NCAA College World Series bracket. Alabama Baseball is the two seed in the Hattiesburg Region. Bama will open with the Miami Hurricanes. Ronald Acuña had a big return to the Atlanta Braves and now they hit the road to the Philadelphia Phillies for a big series. The Bleacher Report gives us a surprise ranking of the NFL Divisions.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from him second ACL tear, explain why Braves fans shouldn't think the sky is falling, and explain why the Braves should've swept the Padres instead of losing two out of the three games. Mike, Beau, and Ali also preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, continue to react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from him second ACL tear, preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, and explain why the Braves must win this series versus the Phillies if they consider themselves a playoff team.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, continue to react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from him second ACL tear, preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, and explain why the Braves need someone to get on another hot streak from behind the plate.

HR3 - Braves' bad start means they can't have skids like they're having right now In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners critique Mike's top five HBO series of all-time list in the Wake Up Call! Mike, Beau, and Ali also recap and react to Atlanta United FC getting a 4-2 win over FC Cincinnati on Sunday, and winning their first match since March 29th. The Morning Shift crew also talks about how this win could spark a season turnaround for The Five Stripes. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali let you hear SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey talk about if he's concerned about the good of the college football game, react to what he had to say, and explain why they think Greg Sankey is only worried about the money the SEC brings in, not the product SEC provides on the football field, and not the state of the actual game of college football. The Morning Shift crew also continues to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, continues to react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from his second ACL tear, continue to preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, and explain why the Braves need someone to get on another hot streak from behind the plate. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour three by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!

HR2 - Falcons better equipped to stop mobile QBs from hurting defense with their legs In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue to talk about the most mobile quarterbacks the Atlanta Falcons will face this season, discuss which of those quarterbacks will give the Falcons the most problems, talk about what Michael Strahan and Beau might have in common, react to the latest news, rumors, and reports in the NFL as they go In The Huddle, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, continue to react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from his second ACL tear, preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, explain why the Braves must win this series versus the Phillies if they consider themselves a playoff team, and then dive into the life of Mike Johnson and getting Mike'd Up!

HR1 - Braves' bad start means they can't have skids like they're having right now In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing two out of the three games in their weekend series versus the San Diego Padres, react to Ronald Acuña Jr. hitting a home run on the first pitch he saw in his first at-bat since coming back from his second ACL tear, explain why Braves fans shouldn't think the sky is falling, explain why the Braves should've swept the Padres instead of losing two out of the three games, preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Philadelphia Phillies tonight, talk about the most mobile quarterbacks the Atlanta Falcons will face this season, talk about the quarterbacks that they think aren't very mobile, and won't give the Falcons any problems with their legs, explain why Bryce Young isn't one of the QBs that will give Atlanta trouble with his legs, let you hear SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey talk about if he's concerned about the good of the college football game, react to what Sankey had to say, explain why they think Greg Sankey is only worried about the money the SEC brings in, not the product SEC provides on the football field, or the state of the actual game of college football, and dive into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Buster is in the Clown Car with David Cone and Eduardo Perez after Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss Juan Soto positivity, the Mets rallying around Soto after a rough week, Francisco Lindor explaining his transition period in New York, the spectacle of Shohei Ohtani throwing batting practice, if Clayton Kershaw will make an impact this season, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and the Phillies continuing to roll. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:23 Clown Car 28:14 Sarah Langs 29:25 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Buster is in the Clown Car with David Cone and Eduardo Perez after Sunday Night Baseball. The guys discuss Juan Soto positivity, the Mets rallying around Soto after a rough week, Francisco Lindor explaining his transition period in New York, the spectacle of Shohei Ohtani throwing batting practice, if Clayton Kershaw will make an impact this season, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and the Phillies continuing to roll. Later, Sarah Langs plays The Numbers Game. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 9:23 Clown Car 28:14 Sarah Langs 29:25 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 204 of the Hammer Territory Podcast breaks down another losing series for the Atlanta Braves before a crucial trip to Philadelphia. Scott Coleman and Stephen Tolbert co-host the show to discuss two maddening losses for the Braves against the Padres this weekend, Saturday's breezy win, the return of Ronald Acuña Jr., Orlando Arcia being designated for assignment, the upcoming series against the Philadelphia Phillies, and much more.Go to https://SpotandTango.com/foul and use code foul to get 50% off your first order.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to HT on YouTube!

With Ronald Acuña Jr. back in action, the Atlanta Braves are hoping they are primed to finally take off in 2025. Grant McAuley discusses a busy yet disappointing week for the club, which despite getting both Acuña and Spencer Strider back, was handed back-to-back series losses by the Washington Nationals and San Diego Padres. We'll dive into the trends and stories behind the performance of the team and what areas need to improve to help Atlanta regain momentum. Special guest Brandon Gaudin of FanDuel Sports Network stops by to chat about the Braves at the Memorial Day checkpoint, the return of Acuña, the trajectory of the club and much more. You'll also hear from Atlanta general manager Alex Anthopoulos on the struggles of closer Raisel Iglesias and others from his recent appearance on 92-9 The Game's "Steakhouse." We take a trip around the big leagues to discuss the historically bad Colorado Rockies, the Juan Soto drama for the New York Mets, the trade rumors swirling around Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes and other big headlines from the week that was in Major League Baseball. From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Ronald Acuña will return on Friday (2:30)! ... Christian Yelich is providing power and speed but not hitting for batting average (8:00). ... Logan O'Hoppe and Taylor Ward are both on fire (12:30). ... News (20:42): Julio Rodriguez was scratched with a back injury. ... George Kirby wasn't great in his debut (29:36). ... Is Tanner Bibee back (33:08)? ... Nathan Eovaldi vs. Carlos Rodon lived up to the hype (35:50). ... Addison Barger is doing some things (42:20). ... Luis Severino has been solid (45:23). ... Let's preview Week 10, taking a look at the schedule, two-start pitchers and sleeper hitters (46:45). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates and streamers (57:13). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eno and DVR discuss George Kirby's first start back from the IL, Ronald Acuña Jr.'s outlook as he returns from a second ACL tear this weekend, a case for Carson Whisenhunt to get a look in San Francisco, Matt Shaw's viability in shallow leagues, and Denzel Clarke's path to avoiding a platoon in the A's outfield. Plus, Senior Hot Dog Correspondent Niv Shah returns with big news at Nationals Park. Rundown2:16 George Kirby: Back in Action on Thursday; Scouting Report?7:59 Ronald Acuña Jr.: Returns on Friday against the Padres12:41 Ronel Blanco Seeks Second Opinion; Astros Rotation Depth Questions Persist17:44 News & Notes: Lane Thomas, Gleyber Torres, Corey Seager, Jordan Westburg and Justin Verlander24:57 Matt Shaw: Back on Shallow League Radar?33:32 Denzel Clarke & Robert Hassell III Get Promoted38:16 Shane Baz v. Rising Starting Pitchers44:47 Niv Shah Joins to the Show!52:06 Most Auctioned, Added & Dropped on ottoneu, last seven daysFollow Eno on Bluesky: @enosarris.bsky.socialFollow DVR on Bluesky: @dvr.bsky.sociale-mail: ratesandbarrels@gmail.comJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/FyBa9f3wFeSubscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/ratesandbarrelsHosts: Derek VanRiper & Eno SarrisExecutive Producer: Derek VanRiper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ronald Acuna Jr Is Back. Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert discuss the return of the 2023 MVP. Plus, the Braves struggle continue on the field in losing series to Nats. Also, the Braves must win vs Padres this weekend.  Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to HT on YouTube!

Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino dive into the Braves’ disappointing play and try to pinpoint what’s really going wrong. With the Padres up next and Ronald Acuña Jr. coming back, can this team turn it around?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour 2 Andy and Randy bring you an NFL No Huddle as camps get revved up, and back in to the Braves and how they should look with Ronald Acuña Jr. returning.

In hour 3 Andy and Randy get back in to the Braves as Ronald Acuña Jr. returns, the NBA Conference Finals.

Now, most of the 2025 Braves lineup is under-performing, and Ronald Acuña Jr. just may be the spark that they need to get going. Couple that with the return of spencer Strider, and it is time for the Braves to get on a roll, and take control of their division, the National League East. Andy Bunker and Randy McMichael talk more about the Braves getting their entire roster back, and what fans should be able to look forward to for the rest of the 2025 season.

En el episodio de hoy de Baseball News, abordamos dos temas candentes: 1. El equipo All-Star del siglo XXI según Jayson Stark: El reconocido periodista de The Athletic, Jayson Stark, ha publicado su selección de los mejores jugadores de las últimas dos décadas y media. Entre las decisiones más debatidas se encuentran: Yadier Molina sobre Buster Posey como receptor titular, destacando su liderazgo y habilidades defensivas . José Altuve elegido como segunda base, superando a figuras como Chase Utley y Robinson Canó, a pesar de las controversias que rodearon su carrera . ¿Estás de acuerdo con estas elecciones? ¡Déjanos tu opinión en los comentarios! 2. Amenazas a Liam Hendriks y su familia: El lanzador de los Red Sox, Liam Hendriks, denunció públicamente las amenazas de muerte que él y su esposa recibieron tras una derrota ante los Mets. Hendriks, quien regresó al montículo después de superar un cáncer y una cirugía Tommy John, calificó estos actos como "repugnantes y viles", haciendo un llamado a erradicar este tipo de comportamientos en el deporte . Otros titulares del día: José Altuve conecta 2 jonrones en la victoria de los Astros sobre los Mariners. Ronel Blanco es colocado en la lista de lesionados. Amed Rosario da el hit de oro para que los Nacionales dejen en el terreno a los Bravos. Hoy debuta Ronald Acuña Jr. con Atlanta. Carlos Rodón brilla en la lomita y Jorbit Vivas conecta su primer jonrón en MLB, llevando a los Yankees a completar la barrida ante los Rangers. Ranger Suárez lidera a los Phillies en la barrida sobre los Rockies, quienes registran su peor inicio desde el siglo XIX. Nathan Lukes conecta el hit de oro en la undécima entrada para que los Blue Jays dejen en el terreno a los Padres. Tanner Bibee domina desde el montículo, respaldado por Ángel Martínez y Carlos Santana, en la blanqueada de los Guardians sobre los Tigres. #JaysonStark #AllStarSiglo21 #LiamHendriks #MLB #BaseballNews #JoséAltuve #CarlosRodón #RonaldAcuñaJrConviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/con-las-bases-llenas-podcast-de-beisbol--2742086/support.

Andy Harris and Matt Chrietzberg dive into the Braves minor leagues. We discuss the impending activation of Ronald Acuña Jr., mechanical changes for Hurston Waldrep, Clingstone hitters, Emperor pitchers, and Greenjacket children. Intro by Dylan [READ MORE] The post OFR Farm Report Podcast #162: El Regreso de la Bestia appeared first on Outfield Fly Rule.

Mike, Ali, and Beau spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Beau, Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss Ali asking Grant baseball trivia questions during their road trips, how many Grant usually gets right, and if Grant ever gets annoyed by the questions. Mike, Beau, Ali, and Grant also talk about, what to expect from Ronald Acuna Jr. tonight in his return, how the Braves' lineup is going to shift with Ronald Acuna Jr back in it, if Spencer Strider struggled in his first start back from his hamstring strain because he didn't have a rehab start or if there is a bigger issue behind his struggles in his first start back, and how Bryce Elder can still contribute to the Braves this season.

HR1 - Braves need an impact player right now & Ronald Acuña Jr. will give them that In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the news that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to the Atlanta Braves' lineup tonight, and talk about how Acuña Jr. 's return will give the Braves' lineup a positive shake up. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali let you hear Atlanta Falcons' Pass Game Coordinator TJ Yates talk about how good of a tool the GoPro on the quarterbacks' helmet is, The Morning Shift crew reacts to what Coach Yates had to say, and talk about how Kirk Cousins and technology are helping Michael Penix Jr.'s year two development. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to the 12-team College Football Playoff moving to a straight seeding model this fall, rewarding the selection committee's top four teams with the top four seeds and a first-round bye, and talk about how the new College Football Playoff seeding seems fair for all parties in The Front Page! The Morning Shift crew also recap and react to the Oklahoma City Thunder beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-103 last night in game two of the Western Conference finals to take a 2-0 lead in the series. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the news that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to the Atlanta Braves' lineup tonight, and talk about how Acuña Jr.'s return will give the Braves' lineup a positive shake up.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac react to the news that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to the Atlanta Braves' lineup tonight, recap and react to the Braves' 8-7 loss to the Washington Nationals in 10 innings last night, and talk about how the Braves can now reset their lineup with return of Ronald Acuña Jr.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and talk about what their expectations are for Ronald Acuña Jr. in his return tonight, and they also let callers talk about what concert they would go to by themselves in the Wake Up Call!

HR3 - Ronald Acuña Jr. may not steal 70 bases but he'll still wreak havoc on base pads In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners call in and talk about what their expectations are for Ronald Acuña Jr. in his return tonight and they also let callers talk about what concert they would go to by themselves in the Wake Up Call! Mike, Ali, and Beau continue the final hour by spending some time with 92.9 The Game's own Braves insider and reporter, Grant McAuley! Beau, Mike, Ali, and Grant discuss Ali asking Grant baseball trivia questions during their road trips, how many Grant usually gets right, and if Grant ever gets annoyed by the questions. Mike, Beau, Ali, and Grant also talk about, what to expect from Ronald Acuna Jr. tonight in his return, how the Braves' lineup is going to shift with Ronald Acuna Jr back in it, if Spencer Strider struggled in his first start back from his hamstring strain because he didn't have a rehab start or if there is a bigger issue behind his struggles in his first start back, and how Bryce Elder can still contribute to the Braves this season.The Morning Shift crew also continues to react to the 12-team College Football Playoff moving to a straight seeding model this fall, rewarding the selection committee's top four teams with the top four seeds and a first-round bye, and talk about how the new College Football Playoff seeding may take importance away from some games. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour three by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid!

HR2 - Michael Penix Jr. & Zac Robinson should both be much improved in year two In hour two Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let you hear Atlanta Falcons' Offensive Coordinator Zac Robinson talk about how he's feeling going into year two of being an OC, react to what he had to say, and also talk about how Coach Robinson should be better at making in-game adjustments in year two. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Pass Game Coordinator TJ Yates talk about how you can't just steal any play and add it to your offense, and react to what Coach Yates had to say as well. The Morning Shift crew also continues to react to the news that Ronald Acuña Jr. will return to the Atlanta Braves' lineup tonight, recap and react to the Braves' 8-7 loss to the Washington Nationals in 10 innings last night, and talk about how the Braves can now reset their lineup with return of Ronald Acuña Jr. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali react to the 12-team College Football Playoff moving to a straight seeding model this fall, rewarding the selection committee's top four teams with the top four seeds and a first-round bye, and talk about how the new College Football Playoff seeding seems fair for all parties. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour two by playing a round of Fair or Foul!

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 202 of the Hammer Territory Podcast, digging into the mailbag as the Braves were rained out in the nation's capital. Topics include the latest on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider, whether there should be any concern with Austin Riley, Eli White vs. Alex Verdugo for playing time, the status of Bryce Elder, Thursday's game against the Washington Nationals, the state of Atlanta's playoff chances, and more.Get 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL.Use code FOUL for 20% off your first purchase on https://Rhoback.com Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to HT on YouTube!

HR3 - Xavier Watts & Billy Bowman Jr. must make impact for Falcons to get over hump In hour three Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan let listeners call in and give their take on if they want to see Atlanta Falcons players and other NFL players play flag football in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in the Wake Up Call! Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali continue to talk about what the expectations should be for third round pick Xavier Watts and fourth round pick Billy Bowman Jr. The Morning Shift crew also explains how the development of Xavier Watts and Billy Bowman Jr. are key to a Falcons' playoff push this season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also continue recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-3 last night, and Spencer Strider struggling in his first start since he went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance earlier in the season. The Morning Shift crew also lets you hear Braves' General Manager Alex Anthopoulos talk about how it's unlikely that Ronald Acuña Jr. will be back with the Braves on Friday, react to what Anthopoulos had to say, and explain why the Braves are right to not rush Acuña Jr. back. Finally, Mike, Beau, and Ali close out hour three by diving into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid.

HR1 - Reports of Ronald Acuña Jr. rejoining Braves Friday halted by Alex Anthopoulos In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-3 last night, and Spencer Strider struggling in his first start since he went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance earlier in the season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Braves' Manager Brian Snitker talk about Strider's outing, and react to what Snitker had to say. The Morning Shift crew also lets you hear Braves' General Manager Alex Anthopoulos talk about how it's unlikely that Ronald Acuña Jr. will be back with the Braves on Friday, and react to what Anthopoulos had to say as well. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali talk about what the expectations should be for third round pick Xavier Watts and fourth round pick Billy Bowman Jr. The Morning Shift crew also explains how the Atlanta Falcons become a championship by hitting on those third and fourth round picks and developing them. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to the NFL passing a proposal that permits NFL players to participate in flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and explain why the Atlanta Falcons should be represented on Team USA's flag football team despite the injury risk. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac continue recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-3 last night, and Spencer Strider struggling in his first start since he went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance earlier in the season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Braves' General Manager Alex Anthopoulos talk about how it's unlikely that Ronald Acuña Jr. will be back with the Braves on Friday, react to what Anthopoulos had to say, and explain why the Braves are right to not rush Acuña Jr. back.

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing to the Washington Nationals 5-3 last night, and Spencer Strider struggling in his first start since he went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance earlier in the season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear Braves' Manager Brian Snitker talk about Strider's outing, and react to what Snitker had to say. The Morning Shift crew also lets you hear Braves' General Manager Alex Anthopoulos talk about how it's unlikely that Ronald Acuña Jr. will be back with the Braves on Friday, and react to what Anthopoulos had to say as well.

The Cubs have recalled Matt Shaw after he was on fire in the minors (2:30). ... Austin Hays needs to be rostered in more lageus (8:20). ... Kris Bubic vs. Robbie Ray was a masterpiece (15:51). ... Sonny Gray bounced back with a big start (20:18). ... Geraldo Perdomo won't stop hitting (21:49). ... News (25:15): Ronald Acuña could be back as soon as this weekend! ... Agustin Ramirez continues to impress (37:23). Any interest in these deep-league waiver wire hitters? ... Sell-high on these two pitchers (50:17)? ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpen updates, streamers and Team Name Tuesday (55:30). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners give their take on if they would skip date night to see the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. to the Braves, and they also let callers criticize Dylan's Top 5 Nintendo Games of all-time in the Wake Up Call!

HR1 - Spencer Strider doesn't need to be dominant in tonight's return, just quality In hour one Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac talk about Spencer Strider making his return to the mound for the Atlanta Braves tonight against the Washington Nationals, discuss what the expectations should be for Strider in his first start back since the former All-Star went on the injured list on April 21st with a strained right hamstring after making just one appearance this season. Mike, Beau, and Ali also preview the Braves' opening game of a three game series against the Nationals tonight. Then, The Morning Shift crew talks about what they think will be the toughest stretch of the Atlanta Falcons' schedule this season, and what they think will be the easiest stretch of the Falcons' schedule this season.Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to all the biggest local and national headlines in The Front Page! On this edition of The Front Page, The Morning Shift crew reacts to Braves' legends Chipper Jones and Marquis Grissom being named the All-Star Future's managers. Mike, Beau, and Ali also react to both of their staffs being nothing but Braves' legends as well. The Morning Shift crew also reacts to reports that Ronald Acuña Jr.'s season debut could be on the horizon, and preview game one of tonight's Western Conference finals. Mike, Beau, and Ali also let you hear both Shaquille O'Neal and LeBron James allude to the NBA Draft Lottery being rigged, and react to what they had to say. Finally, The Morning Shift crew closes out hour one by diving into the life of Ali Mac in Ali's Mac Drop!

HR3 - College Sports Commission is on its way to replacing the NCAA In hour three Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan, and Ali Mac let listeners give their take on if they would skip date night to see the return of Ronald Acuña Jr. to the Braves, and they also let callers criticize Dylan's Top 5 Nintendo Games of all-time in the Wake Up Call! Then, Ali, Mike, and Beau continue to react to officials from the Big Ten, SEC, Big 12 and ACC circulating a draft of a groundbreaking and first-of-its-kind document intended to prevent universities from using their state laws to violate new enforcement rules and, in a wholly stunning concept, requires schools to waive their right to pursue legal challenges against the new enforcement entity, the College Sports Commission. The Morning Shift crew also dives into the life of Beau “Squidbilly” Morgan in The Life of Squid! Finally, Ali, Mike, and Beau close out this Tuesday edition of The Morning Shift by spending some time with Senior NBA writer for Sporting News Steph Noh! Ali, Mike, Beau, and Steph discuss if Steph thinks whoever wins this Western Conference Finals between Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Anthony Edwards will become the new face of the NBA, who Steph would start an NBA team with between Jalen Brunson, Tyrese Haliburton, Anthony Edwards, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, which team between the Knicks, Pacers, Thunder and Timberwolves would winning an NBA title be most important to, how Alex Caruso has become such an impact player for the Thunder, the ducks and pigeons that are in the NBA right now, if Steph thinks the NBA season is too long, and if there should be more rest days in between playoff games.

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 200 of the Hammer Territory Podcast. Topics include the Atlanta Braves inching above the .500 mark with a series win over the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park, the pending returns of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider, signs of life from Atlanta's offense, Saturday's bullpen meltdown, the upcoming series against the Washington Nationals and much more.Download the HOF app and enter code FOUL to get a 7-day free trial + 50% off your first month at https://hofbets.comGet 20% off your first Slab Pack or card purchase by going to https://ArenaClub.com/FOUL and use code FOUL. Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to HT on YouTube!

As they continue to win series, the Atlanta Braves are building some steady momentum as they prepare to welcome back a pair of star players very soon. Grant McAuley discusses the recent goings on for the Braves, the sustained winning, the key performers, and the impending returns of Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr., both of whom could make a profound impact on the club's trajectory the rest of the way. Meanwhile, the baseball world was surprised by the long-debated reinstatement of all-time hits leader Pete Rose from the permanently ineligible list. What went into Commissioner Rob Manfred's decision, was it finally time or should Rose still be on the outside looking in, and what are his Hall of Fame chances? Jayson Stark of The Athletic joins to discuss that and more. From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta on Sundays throughout baseball season. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

SportsTalkATL 5/19: -- Good and bad in Braves series with the Boston Red Sox-- Should Braves trade Sean Murphy or Drake Baldwin?-- Drake Baldwin could get Braves another draft pick-- Reinforcements are on their way. Spencer Strider and Ronald Acuña Jr. set to return-- NBA Conference Finals Preview

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he'd give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto's return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Next, David Schoenfield talks about the Yankees-Mets rivalry returning to 2000-levels of animosity, the Dodgers fixing their issues, and their musings as to why pitchers are getting injured at a higher rate in the modern game. Later, Sarah Langs shares her essay on Aaron Judge. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:07 Eric Hosmer 26:06 Darryl Strawberry 26:56 David Schoenfield 41:29 Sarah Langs 42:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Hosmer and Buster discuss Hos returning to Kansas City to celebrate the 2015 World Series, what advice he'd give to Craig Breslow about tough conversations with players, Juan Soto's return to the Bronx and Ronald Acuña Jr. making amends. Then, Darryl Strawberry shares what his reception was like after returning to Shea Stadium as a Dodger. Next, David Schoenfield talks about the Yankees-Mets rivalry returning to 2000-levels of animosity, the Dodgers fixing their issues, and their musings as to why pitchers are getting injured at a higher rate in the modern game. Later, Sarah Langs shares her essay on Aaron Judge. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 5:07 Eric Hosmer 26:06 Darryl Strawberry 26:56 David Schoenfield 41:29 Sarah Langs 42:56 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is our annual visit to Greystone with many celebs:Former Alabama Crimson Tide Coach Nick SabanCurrent Alabama Football coach Kalen DeBoerAuburn Football coach Hugh FreezeGeorgia Bulldogs coach Kirby SmartAlabama Basketball coach Nate OatsNBA Great Charles Barkley Who are the best wide receivers in the SEC? Our own Jim Dunaway rates the Alabama Crimson Tide star Ryan Williams #1 and has two Auburn Tigers receivers in his ranking. Alabama Football and Auburn Football may have the two best receiver rooms in the SEC but do the Texas Longhorns and LSU Tigers have something to say about that? The Next Round 40-in-40 presented by Champion’s Boxing continues today with the Navy Midshipmen. Will Navy contend for the Group Five spot in the College Football Playoffs? Carson Beck is cleared to start all football activities with the Miami Hurricanes. Are we sleeping on the talents of the Miami Football quarterback. Pablo Torre says North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick may never coach a game for North Carolina Football. Why the investigative reporter thinks that may be the case. We have college football and NFL TV times released. Tahaad Pettiford is measured, what do his numbers mean for his future with Auburn Basketball? The Atlanta Braves are on an odd streak for close games, setting a major league record as Ronald Acuña is set to return.Visit the TNR store: https://nextround.store/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merrill Kelly is on a roll right now (2:20). ... Zach Neto looks like a stud since coming off the IL (7:38). ... Drop Tanner Houck (11:51)! ... The Tigers destroyed the Red Sox, led by Gleyber Torres (14:22). ... News (21:19): Ronald Acuña is starting his rehab assignment and the Cubs are promoting Moises Ballesteros! ... Ivan Herrera needs to be rostered in all one-catcher leagues (32:06). ... Can Clarke Schmidt climb the rankings (43:42)? ... Buy, sell or hold these starting pitchers (46:07)? ... These hitters have had some ups and downs (53:45). ... We wrap up with leftovers, bullpens and streamers (1:01:55). Fantasy Baseball Today is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/FantasyBaseballToday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Download and Follow Fantasy Baseball Today on Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sptfy.com/QiKv⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get awesome Fantasy Baseball Today merch here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3y8dUqi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow FBT on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@fbtpod?_t=8WyMkPdKOJ1&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our FBT team on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@FBTPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CPTowers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CBSScottWhite⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Roto_Frank⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join our Facebook group at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantasybaseballtoday⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up for the FBT Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/newsletters/fantasy-baseball-today/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more fantasy baseball coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can listen to Fantasy Baseball Today on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Fantasy Baseball Today podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices