Braves Central Podcast

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 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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves wrap up their final road trip of the season with a series in Detroit against the Tigers. Matt Olson looks to close strong, chasing 30 home runs and 100 RBI. Spencer Strider continues to show progress on the mound. Joey Wentz gets a big start with plenty to prove. Plus, Chris Dimino shares some unforgettable (and hilarious) stories from his trips to Detroit. Subscribe to Braves Central f...

The Braves are gearing up for their final road trip of the season after what has been a disappointing year by their standards. On this episode of Braves Central, we dive into the massive offseason decisions that could shape Atlanta’s future: Ha-Seong Kim has been one of the few bright spots — will the Braves lock him in long-term? What’s next for Ozzie Albies, and how does his ro...

Braves Central goes deep on what’s next for manager Brian Snitker . Could he retire at season’s end? Would Atlanta bring him back for another year? Or is a front-office/advisory role the best fit? Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the pros, cons, and ripple effects for each scenario—clubhouse leadership, continuity for the young core, impact on free agency, and how it al...

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 ah...

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 d...

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...

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? Subscribe for more Braves talk every week! #Braves #MLB...

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. S...

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&r...

With the trade deadline approaching, the Braves have big decisions to make. Is it time to move Marcell Ozuna? And has Nacho Alvarez Jr.’s hot start made Ozzie Albies expendable? All that and more on this episode of Braves Central . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves dropped another series, but there was some good news — Ozzie Albies and Jurickson Profar both went deep last night. In this episode of Braves Central , we break down: 🔧 Michael Harris II's struggles — is it time for a stint in the minors? 📉 Marcell Ozuna's fading trade value and what the Braves need from him 🆙 Whether Nacho Alvarez should get called up 👀 And… is i...

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss whether the Braves should sit Marcell Ozuna now to get him healthy ahead of a possible trade. They also dive into Michael Harris II’s continued struggles despite multiple lineup breaks. Plus, could a bold trade for A’s closer Mason Miller help solidify Atlanta’s bullpen long-term? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jurickson Profar is back from an 80-game PED suspension — but his biggest challenge might be inside the clubhouse. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino discuss what Profar must do to regain the trust of his Braves teammates and prove he's still a valuable part of the roster. Plus, the Angels are in town, bringing familiar faces Travis d’Arnaud and Jorge Soler back to Atlanta. Catch up on al...

The Braves split with the Mets, but with the offense still stuck in neutral, is it time for a drastic move? On this episode of Braves Central , Chris Dimino suggests moving Austin Riley to left field and trading for Alex Bregman to take over at third base. Would that jumpstart Atlanta’s bats? Also discussed: The Mets lose Griffin Canning to a suspected Achilles injury What that means for the...

On this episode of Braves Central , the Braves suffer another major blow as ace Chris Sale lands on the IL with a fractured rib cage. Michael Harris II continues to slump at the plate — is it time for the Braves to sit him down despite his elite defense? We also debate potential pitching reinforcements: Should Atlanta trade for a veteran like Charlie Morton or Sandy Alcántara, or call...

The Braves are heating up! On today's episode of Braves Central : A dominant sweep of the rival Mets Why the team's confidence is surging Didier Fuentes, just 20 years old, makes his first big start tonight vs the Marlins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves face a pivotal series against the Mets as they try to climb back to .500. The guys break down Spencer Schwellenbach’s development and early adjustments on the mound—could he be Atlanta’s next ace? Plus, what’s wrong with the middle of the lineup? Don’t miss this deep dive on Braves Central . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Braves face a pivotal series against the Mets as they try to climb back to .500. The guys break down Spencer Schwellenbach’s development and early adjustments on the mound—could he be Atlanta’s next ace? Plus, what’s wrong with the middle of the lineup? Don’t miss this deep dive on Braves Central . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down whether it's time to move Ronald Acuña Jr. out of the leadoff spot, celebrate Spencer Schwellenbach’s complete game vs. the Brewers, and look ahead to the Braves' upcoming series against the struggling Rockies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Sale might be Atlanta’s most valuable trade chip — should the Braves consider moving him? We dive into that, assess Sean Murphy’s market value, and make the case for Drake Baldwin as the everyday catcher. Plus, another tough one-run loss and continued struggles with RISP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special mailbag edition of Braves Central , Barrett Sallee answers your questions straight from Braves Country! Thanks to all the fans who submitted their questions! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.