Braves Central Podcast

Chris Sale delivered an all-time performance, throwing a complete-game shutout as the Braves beat the Dodgers 1–0 to finish off a three-game sweep. Drake Baldwin provided the only run with a first-pitch leadoff homer. On Braves Central, Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down Sale’s dominant night, the playoff atmosphere at Truist Park and what the sweep means for Atlanta’s postseason push. They also discuss Ronald Acuña Jr.’s mental reset, where he should hit in the lineup, Grant Holmes’ role and the difficult decisions awaiting the Braves when they build their postseason pitching staff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in Atlanta for a massive three-game series with the Braves — and it has all the makings of a playoff preview. On Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down what’s at stake for Atlanta, the continued concerns surrounding the Braves offense, why Bryce Elder is under the microscope in Game 1, and which Braves hitters need to step up against one of baseball’s deepest pitching staffs. They also discuss Matt Olson, Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies and Michael Harris II, the Dodgers’ star-studded roster, Max Muncy’s underrated career, Atlanta’s bullpen, Mauricio Dubón taking over at shortstop and why this series could have major implications for National League playoff positioning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to Milwaukee for a huge series against the team with the best record in baseball — and it starts with one of the most anticipated pitching matchups of the season. Chris Sale takes the mound as Atlanta looks to build off Grant Holmes’ dominant outing and a lights-out performance from the bullpen. But with the Braves’ offense still struggling to cash in with runners in scoring position, can they generate enough offense against one of baseball’s best pitching staffs? Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the matchup, Milwaukee’s fundamentally sound style of baseball, Atlanta’s offensive concerns and why this stretch against the Brewers and Dodgers has a definite October feel. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Braves Central: Brewers Series Preview 0:26 Grant Holmes’ Dominant Bounce-Back Start 2:19 Braves Bullpen Steps Up 2:39 Didier Fuentes Becoming a Weapon 5:50 Chris Sale vs. Jacob Misiorowski 8:01 Can the Braves Offense Break Out? 11:12 Braves Need to Get Aggressive on the Bases 12:55 How Milwaukee Wins Without Home Runs 16:28 Why This Series Feels Like October 18:31 Could This Be an NLCS Preview? 19:50 Could Milwaukee’s Shadows Impact Hitters? 22:47 Marietta Toyota 23:55 Final Thoughts Braves Central — presented by Marietta Toyota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the biggest questions facing the Atlanta Braves with six weeks remaining in the regular season. AJ Smith-Shawver continues to dominate at Triple-A and could become a major factor in Atlanta’s postseason pitching plans, while questions remain about Robert Suarez, Spencer Schwellenbach and how the Braves will ultimately line up their October rotation. Plus, the guys discuss: • Why earning a first-round playoff bye could be huge for Atlanta • How the Braves should manage Chris Sale down the stretch • Austin Riley’s improved play since the All-Star break • Atlanta’s evolving options in left field and at shortstop • Ronald Acuña Jr.’s potential role at DH • Sean Murphy’s importance behind the plate • What to expect from Corbin Carroll and the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Braves are officially rolling. After winning eight straight games, sweeping the homestand and climbing to the second-best record in baseball, the Braves now head to Yankee Stadium for one of their biggest tests of the season. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down Atlanta’s turnaround, why this team was able to survive its brutal June stretch, the lingering questions about the starting rotation after the trade deadline and what this Yankees series could tell us about the Braves heading toward October. Plus: ⚾ Why the Braves’ clubhouse deserves credit for weathering the storm 🔥 Atlanta’s offense is finally clicking again 🤔 Did the Braves do enough at the trade deadline? 💪 Can the current rotation hold up in October? 🏟️ Braves vs. Yankees feels like postseason baseball in August 👀 Max Fried faces his former team 🏆 Why Atlanta has a legitimate World Series-caliber roster The Braves will see a loaded Yankees pitching staff in New York — and with October getting closer, this could be one of the best measuring sticks Atlanta gets all season. Subscribe to 680 The Fan for more Braves Central, Atlanta Braves analysis, interviews and reaction throughout the 2026 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MLB trade deadline is almost here, and the Braves have some major decisions to make. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: ⚾ Why the Nationals could be buyers instead of sellers 🔥 Is Austin Riley's slump forcing the Braves to consider bigger changes? 💪 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and what it means for Atlanta's offense 🎯 What the Braves should target before the trade deadline 🏆 Can this team make a deep postseason run with its current roster? With the trade deadline just days away, every game matters. Catch the full Braves conversation and let us know what move Atlanta needs to make. 👇 Should the Braves add another bat, another starter, or both? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to Baltimore looking to keep their momentum rolling after taking the series from the Padres. ⚾ On this episode of Braves Central , Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down: Chris Sale's dominant outing after a rocky start Dom Smith's massive three-run homer and why it could be a turning point The Braves' power surge in July Ronald Acuña Jr.'s expected return and what Atlanta should realistically expect Why the Orioles could become trade deadline sellers Which playoff matchup Dimino wants the Braves to avoid at all costs Can the Braves carry this momentum into Baltimore and continue strengthening their playoff position? 👍 Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Braves coverage from 680 The Fan . #Braves #AtlantaBraves #MLB #RonaldAcunaJr #ChrisSale #TradeDeadline #Baseball #680TheFan #BravesCountry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves opened the second half with a huge series win over the Rangers, led by Chris Sale's ace-level performance, Austin Riley's breakout weekend, and Drake Baldwin's historic day at the plate. Now, Atlanta welcomes the Padres for a pivotal four-game series that could reshape the MLB trade deadline. On this episode of Braves Central , Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss: ⚾ Chris Sale's dominance and Hall of Fame trajectory ⚾ Austin Riley looking like himself again ⚾ Drake Baldwin's record-setting performance ⚾ Why the Padres could become deadline sellers ⚾ AJ Preller's aggressive trade history ⚾ What Alex Anthopoulos should target before the deadline ⚾ Bryce Elder's importance over the next two weeks ⚾ Braves vs. Padres series preview and pitching matchups Subscribe for new episodes of Braves Central throughout the season. #Braves #AtlantaBraves #MLB #BravesCountry #ChrisSale #AustinRiley #TradeDeadline #Baseball #BravesCentral See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 🔥 The biggest roster needs heading into August 💪 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and how he changes the lineup 🤔 What's going on with Austin Riley and where he should hit 👀 A preview of the Rangers series and why both teams are at a crossroads 📈 How the trade market could shape the Braves' playoff chances Chapters: 00:00 Second Half Begins & Trade Deadline Outlook 03:10 Why Trades Could Happen Before the Deadline 08:15 Braves' Biggest Needs at the Deadline 13:05 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Return & Austin Riley Discussion 20:15 Braves vs. Rangers Series Preview 25:45 Why the Rangers Mirror the Braves 29:15 The Next 17 Days Will Define Atlanta's Season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves wrap up the first half of the season with a crucial three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the biggest storylines heading into the weekend, including Chris Sale's start, Reynaldo López and Hurston Waldrep's outings, the Cardinals' playoff outlook, and what both teams could do before the MLB Trade Deadline. In this episode: Braves vs. Cardinals series preview Why Jordan Walker is St. Louis' biggest offensive threat Chris Sale's importance entering the All-Star break Can Hurston Waldrep build momentum? Cardinals' trade deadline outlook Could Dustin May become a trade target? Latest National League Wild Card race discussion If you enjoy Braves coverage, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss Braves Central throughout the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to Pittsburgh looking to bounce back after a frustrating series split with the Mets that felt like a missed opportunity. On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss what went wrong against New York, whether the ninth-inning decisions deserve criticism, and why leaving runners on base continues to haunt Atlanta. They also preview a challenging series against the Pirates, including a matchup with Paul Skenes, break down Hurston Waldrep's continued development, examine the importance of Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes heading into the All-Star break, and discuss whether the Braves should be looking to bolster their pitching staff before the trade deadline. Subscribe for new Braves Central episodes every week and stay up to date with the latest Braves news, analysis and coverage from 680 The Fan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves are turning the page after a brutal June, and it started with a clubhouse vibe change led by Mauricio Dubón and what's now being called "Doobie's Disco." Could it be the spark Atlanta needed? Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: 🔥 How Dubón changed the clubhouse atmosphere 🍎 Why the Mets are in complete turmoil ⚾ The biggest pitching matchups of the four-game series 💪 Can the Braves offense finally get back on track? 📈 Trade deadline outlook and what Atlanta needs most 👀 Why this rivalry still matters, even with the Mets struggling Don't miss another episode of Braves Central , presented by Marietta Toyota . 👍 Like the video if you're ready for Braves vs. Mets! 🔔 Subscribe to 680 The Fan for more Braves coverage all season long. #Braves #AtlantaBraves #Mets #MLB #BravesCountry #Baseball #680TheFan #BravesCentral Chapters: 00:00 Braves vs. Mets Preview 01:00 Doobie's Disco & the clubhouse reset 06:30 Why the Mets are falling apart 14:20 Breaking down the pitching matchups 19:10 Braves bullpen & Ronald López return 23:10 Offense must bounce back in July 27:10 Trade deadline outlook 30:00 Why Braves-Mets is still a great rivalry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: ⚾ Why Atlanta's offense has become one of the worst in baseball this month ⚾ Can Austin Riley, Drake Baldwin and the lineup finally snap out of their slumps? ⚾ Is it time for a players-only meeting? ⚾ Why the Cardinals are ahead of schedule despite rebuilding ⚾ The latest on Ronald Acuña Jr. and Robert Suarez ⚾ Braves rotation concerns and Martin Perez's surprising season ⚾ What Atlanta should do before the MLB Trade Deadline ⚾ Can the Braves rediscover the swagger that made them baseball's best team? With the Phillies closing the gap and the trade deadline approaching, every game matters from here on out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to San Diego after taking 2 of 3 from the Brewers, but questions remain about the starting rotation. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the upcoming Padres series, discuss Bryce Elder's struggles, Grant Holmes' recent issues, JR Ritchie's development, and whether Alex Anthopoulos needs to make a major move before the trade deadline. Plus: Can the Padres' struggling offense finally wake up? Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado under the microscope Sandy Alcantara trade rumors Why the Braves may need another frontline starter Key matchups to watch in San Diego Can Atlanta keep rolling on the West Coast? Presented by Marietta Toyota. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:05 Braves take 2 of 3 from Brewers 03:10 Padres offensive struggles 06:12 Fernando Tatis Jr. & Manny Machado concerns 09:35 Sandy Alcantara trade rumors 11:20 Braves rotation questions 13:45 Bryce Elder's struggles 15:50 Grant Holmes & JR Ritchie outlook 18:30 Trade deadline needs for Atlanta 20:45 Braves-Padres series prediction 22:00 Final thoughts #Braves #AtlantaBraves #BravesCountry #BravesCentral #MLB #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #Baseball #MLBTradeDeadline #AlexAnthopoulos #ChrisSale #BryceElder #GrantHolmes #JRRitchie #FernandoTatisJr #MannyMachado #SandyAlcantara #NationalLeague #BaseballPodcast #680TheFan #BarrettSallee #ChrisDimino #BravesNews #MLBNews #BaseballTalk See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Atlanta Braves return home looking to stop a rough stretch, but it won't be easy against one of baseball's most complete teams. On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down Atlanta's upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers, a club that continues to win despite operating with one of MLB's smallest payrolls. They discuss what makes Milwaukee so dangerous, the rise of flamethrowing rookie Jacob Misiorowski, and why the Brewers have become one of baseball's best-run organizations. They also dive into the Braves' recent struggles, the impact of injuries, and whether reinforcements like Drake Baldwin, Hurston Waldrep, and others can help turn things around. ⚾ Topics Include: Braves' recent losing stretch and offensive struggles Why the Brewers continue to outperform expectations Jacob Misiorowski's historic velocity and dominance Chris Sale vs. Kyle Harrison matchup preview Drake Baldwin's return and Braves injury updates Milwaukee's trade deadline outlook Braves playoff outlook and second-half expectations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves return home to face the Giants after a disappointing road trip, and Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down everything you need to know before the series begins. 🔹 The latest on Spencer Strider's elbow injury and what it means for Atlanta moving forward 🔹 Why Eli White has quietly become one of the Braves' biggest contributors 🔹 A look back at the legendary 1993 Braves-Giants pennant race that helped reshape Major League Baseball 🔹 Bobby Cox, Bruce Bochy, and one of the most respected moments in postseason history 🔹 How Atlanta can bounce back after its toughest stretch of the season Plus, the guys discuss the long history between these two franchises and what to watch as the Braves welcome San Francisco to Truist Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to New York looking to bounce back after a disappointing series in Chicago. On this episode of Braves Central, Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino preview a huge NL East showdown with the Mets, break down the pitching matchup between Spencer Strider and Nolan McLean, discuss Atlanta's historic rivalry with New York, and provide injury updates on Ronald Acuña Jr., Drake Baldwin, and Hurston Waldrep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves head to Chicago for a three-game series against a surprisingly competitive White Sox team. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down how the White Sox have exceeded expectations, why their offense has been more dangerous than expected, and where Atlanta can take advantage of Chicago's pitching staff. They also discuss Michael Harris II's impact, the continued importance of the Braves bullpen, Austin Riley's search for consistency, and what to watch for as Atlanta looks to keep its momentum rolling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves take another series, but plenty of questions remain heading into a weekend showdown with the Pirates. On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss: ⚾ Chris Sale's tough-luck loss despite another strong season ⚾ Austin Riley's continued offensive struggles ⚾ Why Braves fans are starting to show frustration ⚾ Chris Dimino's blunt comments about Ronaldo López ⚾ Why the Pirates are a much tougher matchup than many realize ⚾ Ronald Acuña Jr.'s success against Mitch Keller ⚾ What to watch for this weekend at Truist Park Will the Braves keep their streak of winning series alive? Subscribe for daily Braves coverage, interviews, analysis, and breaking news from 680 The Fan. #Braves #AtlantaBraves #RonaldAcunaJr #ChrisSale #AustinRiley #MLB #BravesCountry #680TheFan #baseball 00:00 Intro 00:40 Braves Keep Winning Series Without Sweeps 02:15 Chris Sale's Tough-Luck Loss vs Diamondbacks 05:05 Why the Pirates Are Better Than You Think 08:30 Pittsburgh's Wild Card Push & Paul Skenes Discussion 12:05 Mitch Keller Preview and Ronald Acuña Jr. Matchup 14:20 Gregory Soto and the Pirates Bullpen 15:10 Austin Riley's Continued Struggles at the Plate 18:00 Chris Dimino on Ronaldo López's Recent Performance 19:25 Final Thoughts on Braves vs Pirates Series 20:00 Marietta Toyota Sponsor Message See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves open a three-game series against the Blue Jays at Truist Park, and Chris Dimino breaks down the biggest storylines heading into the matchup. 🔹 Kevin Gausman takes the mound for Toronto 🔹 Why the Blue Jays' offense has regressed in 2026 🔹 Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s surprising power numbers 🔹 How Atlanta can attack Toronto's pitching staff 🔹 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s recent hot streak 🔹 The latest on Ha-Seong Kim's role moving forward See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.