The 2026 season is officially here — and Braves Central is BACK. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down: Chris Sale’s extension (2 years, $45M) Why the offense — not just pitching — cost the Braves in 2025 Ronald Acuña’s shocking RBI stat Drake Baldwin batting second?! Orlando Arcia’s ripple effect on the lineup Why base running could quietly change everything What Plan A looks like for Walt Weiss Plus: Why losing one- and two-run games buried Atlanta last year and how they fix it.

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The Atlanta Braves close the book on 2025, and Braves Central has all the storylines that matter. ⚾️ From Charlie Morton’s legendary farewell to the challenges and inconsistencies that defined the season, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down what went wrong, what went right, and how the Braves can bounce back in 2026. Plus, how the Mets’ collapse and Reds’ rise could shape the National League landscape. We’ll cover: 👏 Morton’s farewell & career legacy ⚾️ Braves’ offensive struggles & pitching woes 🔥 Keys to winning back the fan base 💸 What the offseason could bring in free agency 📊 NL rivals: Mets’ meltdown vs. Reds’ rise

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The Atlanta Braves close out their final homestand of the season with a chance to play spoiler against playoff hopefuls. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the impact Atlanta can make down the stretch — and what the future holds for closer Raisel Iglesias. Will he be back next year?

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