Spencer Strider is still searching for his groove as he works on his mechanics and tries to reinvent himself. But are the analytics turning into a crutch for Strider? We break it down.

Plus, the Braves’ shortstop question just got interesting—Atlanta claimed Ha-Seong Kim off waivers from the Rays. Could this be his audition for the starting role heading into next season?

And looking ahead: Bo Bichette is a popular name among Braves fans, but after his big year in Toronto, will his next contract price Atlanta out of the conversation?

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What’s next for the Atlanta Braves this offseason? On this episode of Braves Central, we break down the biggest Braves trade rumors, free agency decisions, and roster questions heading into 2026:

• Jurickson Profar: Will the Braves keep him as their future DH, or target a new outfielder in free agency or via trade?

• Sean Murphy: Is Atlanta’s All-Star catcher a trade candidate after a down year?

• Nacho Alvarez: Utility role, trade chip, or future starting infielder?

• Hudson Waldrep: Has he proven enough to be a rotation cornerstone, or could he headline a blockbuster trade?

• Chris Sale: The veteran lefty returns to Atlanta this weekend — what does his future look like with the Braves?

Stay tuned for the latest Braves offseason rumors, trade news, free agency outlook, and roster updates as Atlanta looks to build another contender.

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The Braves might be out of contention, but there’s still plenty to be excited about! In this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down:

⚾ Michael Harris II catching fire at the plate
⚾ Joey Wentz proving himself as a reliable piece for next year’s rotation
⚾ Why Jurickson Profar’s struggles in left field have become a liability
⚾ The Braves riding a 5-game win streak with the White Sox coming to town

Even in a lost season, momentum is building and confidence is growing for 2026. Don’t miss the full breakdown on what’s ahead for the Braves.

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The Braves take down the Mets and it feels so good. Chris and Barrett dive into Ozzie Albies’ up-and-down season and what his future in Atlanta could look like, debate whether Ronald Acuña Jr. should DH the rest of the year to avoid injury, and explain why Hurston Waldrep is a key piece of the Braves’ future. #Braves #ForTheA

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Chris and Barrett ask the big question — can the #Braves really afford to “run it back” in 2026? They break down Acuña’s health, Matt Olson’s consistency, Michael Harris II’s resurgence in center field, and what the team should do with Jurickson Profar.

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Drake Baldwin is now the –210 favorite to win NL Rookie of the Year after another 2-HR performance — and Dimino & Barrett Sallee believe he’s just getting started. 💣🔥

Also on this episode of Braves Central:
⚾ Should the Braves shut down Chris Sale?
⚾ Ronald Acuña Jr. takes BP — is a return coming soon?

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Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee analyze the Atlanta Braves’ quiet approach at the MLB trade deadline, where the team made only minimal moves despite widespread expectations they would act as sellers. They break down what these decisions reveal about the organization’s direction and discuss what the future may hold for the Braves as they look to regroup and plan for the seasons ahead.

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In this episode of Braves Central, we break down why the Braves are trending toward being sellers at the trade deadline. Marcell Ozuna and Raisel Iglesias are drawing interest, and Atlanta has already dealt for starter Erick Fedde to patch a rotation decimated by injuries. Michael Harris II is heating up after a rough first half, and Ozzie Albies enters a pivotal stretch as he tries to prove he’s still the long-term answer at second base. What moves are coming next? We’ve got the latest.

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