755 Is Real: A show about the Atlanta Braves

The Big Bear returns! DOB and EOF react to Atlanta re-upping with Edgar Martinez Award winner, Marcell Ozuna. Why did Alex Anthopoulos and company wait to re-sign Ozuna? With the universal designated hitter rule pending, is Ozuna worth his contract? Did Atlanta's inclusive, welcoming culture, and Ozuna's vibrant personality, play a part in the deal (1:00)? The two skim over other players the Brave...

As the world mourns the loss of Henry "Hank" Aaron, DOB and EOF welcome former Braves pitching coach and soon-to-be Braves Hall of Fame inductee, Leo Mazzone, to discuss Aaron's life and impact on himself and baseball. Mazzone, who worked under Aaron while he was a team executive, reflects on working with 'Hammerin' Hank', who offered him the opportunity to coach in the Big Leagues.(1:00). Mazzone...

DOB and EOF welcome back national MLB writer for The Athletic, Britt Ghiroli, to cover myriad topics in today's show. The trio react to Hall of Fame pitcher and Braves Hall of Fame broadcaster Don Sutton passing after an extended bout against cancer (2:15). Sutton's stories in the broadcast booth were only rivaled by his on-field play, which the three examine and discuss, including mulling the cha...

DOB and EOF welcome Senior Writer for The Athletic and co-host of the 'Poscast' podcast Joe Posnanski to the program. The trio dive into Posnanski's "The Outsiders" series, which examines the 100 greatest, Hall of Fame-eligible players who are not in the Hall. Where is Andruw Jones ranked (1:15)? What's stymied Jones' induction, and what will it take for him to be voted in? And what about Braves g...

DOB and EOF return to discuss the now tepid universal designated-hitter waters. For a rule that, seemingly, all back, why is MLB approaching the decision apprehensively (:30)? Does the ambivalence lie with the owners? Regardless of the league's judgement, Atlanta needs to re-sign Marcell Ozuna (13:30). Both Dave and Eric chat about the 30-year-old's impact on and off the field. A relatively stagna...

In an Atlanta-sized episode of 755, DOB and EOF are joined by *coach* Peter Moylan! Moylan and the guys discuss the FOX Sports South-Southeast baseball analyst's Australia-based quarantine while he waits to join the Melbourne Aces as their new pitching coach (1:00). The trio talk Major League Baseball's potential MLB Draft League and how it may impact the future of prospect development (9:30). To...

DOB and EOF return to examine Robinson Cano's season-long PED suspension, and how it will impact, what was, his fringe Hall of Fame hopes (:30). On the topic of the Baseball Hall of Fame, the guys zero in on this year's candidates and discuss who will or won't be inducted into the sport's hallowed shrine (12:30). Will Braves great, Andruw Jones, finally join the game's other legends in baseball's...

After a short time away, DOB and EOF return to celebrate Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman being honored as the 2020 NL MVP. Before the duo run full bore into the MVP conversation, they react to the Miami Marlins hiring Kim Ng, the first female general manager in the sport's history (:15). David and Eric provide context to Freeman's award, including his performance this season (despite...

DOB and EOF start off today's program by revisiting the Dodgers-Rays World Series (5:15). The guys jump into the primary discourse following Tampa Bays' loss, why did Cash pull Snell? Did Randy Arozarena cement himself in MLB postseason history? The Bravos Boys discuss the tricky task of trading prospects, much like St. Louis did with Arozarena. Los Angeles returns a majority of their core making...

DOB and EOF host a Braves-postseason-elimination postmortem chat, diagnosing Atlanta's three-consecutive losses to Los Angeles, including a tired bullpen, bottom of the order flubs and more (:30). After, the duo express optimism, the good, birthed by Atlanta's postseason run (20:30) before outlining the biggest questions facing the club this off-season (22:00). David recaps Braves' exit interviews...

DOB, EOF and the majority of the Braves fanbase were stunned by young Bryse Wilson's spectacular game four performance in the NLCS (:30). The duo detail Wilson's outing, including what worked for the 22-year-old and if it can be replicated in future games. Marcell Ozuna put on a hitting clinic against the Dodgers, slugging his way into Braves franchise history (8:45). David and Eric recall Atlanta...

DOB and EOF react to Atlanta's riveting ninth inning rally to take the series opener of the NLCS against the Dodgers. Austin Riley's mammoth rocket in the ninth was the clarion call for the offense. Max Fried remained composed despite a shaky fifth inning of action. Ronald Acuna Jr. produced when it counted most, and Ozzie Albies' 420-foot blast was something to marvel at. Ian Anderson is unnerved...

The Athletic's David O'Brien & Eric O'Flaherty discuss the Braves sweep of the Marlins & preview the NLCS vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers. Kyle Wright's slider was on in his postseason debut. The Braves rotation as a whole stepped up in a big way during the NLDS. The lack of fans might be helping the young guys on the staff settle their nerves. Catcher Travis d'Arnaud is scorching hot at the p...

DOB and EOF react to Atlanta's game one victory over the Miami Marlins in the NLDS. The two rave about, and rightfully so, the Braves' stellar bullpen and hitters' offensive output, including Travis d'Arnaud's monster outing (1:00). What's with Miami routinely hitting Ronald Acuna Jr. (12:30)? Was Acuna drilled intentionally in the series opener, and why did the moment the 22-year-old was plunked...

DOB and EOF rejoice along with Atlanta's fanbase as the Bravos claim their first playoff series victory since 2001! The guys commend Atlanta's steely pitching, particularly the bullpen in game one shutting down the Reds for 22 scoreless innings. A picture's worth a thousand words, especially a self portrait (#Selfie) taken by Marcell Ozuna after his monstrous game two homer. The precocious Ian And...

DOB and EOF are joined by Cincinnati Reds scribe for The Athletic, C. Trent Rosecrans! As you may have guessed, the trio broach playoff baseball, specifically, the wild-card series scrap between the Braves and Reds. What can Atlanta fans expect from Cincinnati's superb rotation (1:00)? How has Luis Castillo improved this season? Is Trevor Bauer the NL Cy Young favorite? Rosecrans also describes th...

Welcome to a Braves postseason-clinched edition of 755 Is Real! DOB and EOF respond to your burning questions about the postseason-bound Braves! Who will step up and be Atlanta's unexpected postseason star? Have teams been allowed to send scouts to observe games in-person this year? Is limited attendance a boon for Atlanta's young starters? Which first-round opponent does the team matchup better w...

DOB and EOF react to an unforeseen subtraction from Atlanta's roster; Cole Hamels, one of the team's marquee free agent signings in the off-season, is done for the year. Prior to the Braves scrivener and former big leaguer, respectively, analyzing unexpected loss, the duo chat how Kyle Wright is making strides in his game and how he'll now be leaned on more with Hamels' departure (6:15). So, why i...

DOB and EOF welcome Mark Simon, Sports Info Solutions analyst, back to the program to discuss a variety of advance baseball metrics musings, including: Braves' surprisingly lackluster defensive runs saved (DRS) total (1:00); how do errors factor into DRS (6:00); does Tatis Jr. benefit from having a first baseman that picks the ball effectively (12:45); why does WAR adversely affect first baseman's...

DOB and EOF adulate Atlanta's dominant run on offense that has sustained the club's success while contending with a series of starting pitching setbacks (3:30). Speaking pitching dilemmas, the Braves made a number of personnel moves releasing Robbie Erlin and demoting Touki Toussaint (12:30). The guys dive deeper into Toussaint's troubles before looking at Atlanta's eye-popping stats on offense (2...

The Braves have achieved several 'firsts' in club and MLB history this season, and that didn't stop against Miami. DOB and EOF react to Atlanta's record-setting night, and the players that made it possible (1:15). How about RAJ's spectacular September (and we're not even halfway through the month! - 9:45)? Tommy Milone is one lucky hurler; two starts in the span of 11 days where he was aided by at...

DOB and EOF bare news of another hit to Atlanta's starting rotation: Max Fried is on the 10-day IL because of back issues (:30). The duo discuss managing back pain, and Eric details his run ins with debilitating back aches during his playing days. Alex Anthopoulos updated the press on Mike Foltynewicz's progression as well as Cole Hamels' timeline to return in lieu of Fried's injury (11:15). Could...

DOB, EOF and Peter Moylan deliver a 90-minute epic for your listening pleasure. Their conversations runs the gamut. From Adam Duvall and Marcell Ozuna's historic achievement (2:00) to balancing training and health (12:00) and will Craig Kimbrel rebound from his disappointing season (18:30). Plus, the league is in dire need of arbitration and contract reform; Clayton Kershaw is adapting; Ozuna's im...

2020's trade deadline has come and gone, leaving Atlanta with disappointed fans. DOB and EOF discuss the atmosphere within a clubhouse that is welcoming in new players after the deadline, and those whose team didn't make a move (4:30). What's the prevailing sentiment from both ends of the spectrum? For those teams that avoided making trades, is it a foreboding sign players? The guys address the el...

DOB and EOF praise Ian Anderson's first MLB start (2:15). The Braves' scrivener and the former reliever analyze the 22-year-old's start against, who else, but the imposing New York Yankees, en route to his first big league win. The guys also tackle Acuna's lead-off monster mash against the Yanks, and other positive developments from Atlanta's series in New York (11:00). Even when his pitching isn'...