Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris previews a packed sports week including the Braves' matchup with the Cubs and the Falcons' schedule release. They pay tribute to the legacy of Bobby Cox before analyzing whether the Hawks should trade their lottery picks for stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo or Jaylen Brown. 01:00 - Braves and Falcons Schedule 05:01 - Honoring Legend Bobby Cox 06:44 - Hawks Draft Trade Debate

The full Chris Thomas Tonight 5-7-26

Travis Hancock of WFNZ whips around the division for a look at how each team improved post-draft

Michael Duarte of The California Post stops by to preview all things Braves/Dodgers this weekend

Marc Raimondi of ESPN stops by to dish on all things Falcons including an update on the QB room

The full 5-6-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris and Orin reflect on the monumental legacy of Ted Turner following his passing, sharing personal stories and listener tributes from across Atlanta. They also tackle a controversial CBS Sports report that ranks the Falcons' quarterback room as one of the league's worst. Joe Patrick joins to discuss roster depth, rookie development, and upcoming contract extensions for key players like Bijan Ro...

Chris Thomas and Sam Crenshaw celebrate the legendary life of Ted Turner, highlighting his revolutionary impact on Atlanta's global status and professional sports. Later, Thomas breaks down a CBS Sports report ranking the Falcons' quarterback room among the worst in the NFL while discussing the team's offseason strategy involving Michael Penix Jr. 01:30 - Sam Crenshaw Honors Ted Turner 05:00 - Ted...

Chris Thomas and Keith Smith analyze the Atlanta Hawks' draft priorities and potential NBA trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. They critique national media grades for the Atlanta Falcons' draft picks, specifically defending linebacker Kendall Daniels against critical analysis. John Fricke also shares moving stories on 92.9 The Game about Ted Turner's legendary impact on Atlanta sports and medi...

Deshaun Tate joins Chris "Turtle" Thomas to discuss the upcoming NBA Draft lottery and potential fits for the Atlanta Hawks like Darryn Peterson and Caleb Wilson. They also evaluate Quin Snyder's impact on the team and debate the development of Zaccharie Risacher. 01:52 - NBA Draft Lottery Prospects 07:52 - Hawks Roster And Risacher 16:53 - Quin Snyder Performance Review 19:21 - Upcoming Falcons T...

Chris and Orin challenge national media draft analysts for giving the Atlanta Falcons a "D" grade for the Kendall Daniels selection. They argue that critics like Josh Edwards overlook the team's schematic fit under Jeff Ulbrich and the urgent need at the linebacker position. The conversation also highlights the athletic potential of Avion Terrell and Harold Perkins. 01:00 - John Fricke Interview P...

Chris sits down with Keith Smith of Spotrac to analyze the Atlanta Hawks' roster needs and potential draft strategy. They discuss high-profile trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jaylen Brown while examining how injuries are shaping the NBA postseason. Smith also explains the details of a new proposal intended to reform the draft lottery and reduce team tanking. 01:00 - Hawks Offsea...

Chris Thomas and Sam Crenshaw reflect on the monumental legacy of Ted Turner on 92.9 The Game. They discuss his transformative impact on the Atlanta Braves and CNN, noting how his vision turned the city into a global destination for major events like the Olympics and World Cup. 01:00 - Remembering Ted Turner 04:02 - Bill Lucas History 06:43 - Global Impact Atlanta 11:03 - Cable News Legacy 13:46 -...

Joe Patrick joins Chris to evaluate the Atlanta Falcons' roster following the NFL Draft and the status of contract negotiations for Bijan Robinson and Drake London. They also discuss the competition at the center position, the development of Michael Penix Jr., and the recent improvement of Atlanta United. 01:00 - Falcons Post-Draft Roster 04:28 - Evaluating Draft Selections 08:41 - Center Position...

Chris honors the late Ted Turner, reflecting on his transformative role in sports ownership and the media landscape. He and Orin also debate a new CBS Sports list that labels the Falcons' quarterback situation as one of the most concerning in the NFL. 01:00 - Introduction and Braves Update 02:05 - Legacy of Ted Turner 09:29 - Falcons Quarterback Room Debate

The full 5-5-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris analyzes the Braves' rotation issues and the influx of bullpen reinforcements. The debate centers on whether the Falcons should stick with Tua Tagovailoa if he finds early success or prioritize Michael Penix Jr. and his long-term development. We hear caller feedback to determine if breaking the playoff drought is more important than evaluating rookie talent. 01:50 - Braves Pitching Rotation...

Chris discusses a scenario where the Falcons must choose between a hot-streaking Tua Tagovailoa and rookie Michael Penix Jr. Hawks reporter Caleb Johnson joins to analyze the team's playoff exit against the Knicks and identify key roster needs for the upcoming offseason. They also evaluate the coaching performance of Quin Snyder and potential free-agent targets like Isaiah Hartenstein. 01:51 - Tua...

Chris welcomes Brandon Gaudin to discuss the emergence of Braves Vision and the strong starts of Bryce Elder and J.R. Ritchie. Chris also dives into the Falcons' quarterback dilemma between Tua and Michael Penix Jr. following a report from Josh Kendall. Finally, the discussion shifts to the Atlanta Hawks as Assistant GM Onsi Saleh reflects on the team's developmental progress and upcoming draft ne...

Arthur and Josh Blank discuss the excitement surrounding the World Cup matches coming to Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the expected economic impact on the city. 01:04 - Local Sports Roundup 01:46 - Falcons Quarterback Analysis 06:34 - Arthur Blank Interview 16:17 - Hawks Draft Conversation

Chris is joined by broadcaster Brandon Gaudin to discuss the successful launch of the Braves Vision broadcast and the team's strong early performance. They break down the development of J.R. Ritchie, the consistency of Bryce Elder, and Spencer Strider's adjustment period after surgery. The conversation also highlights Matt Olson's hot streak and the clubhouse leadership of Walt Weiss alongside C.J...

Chris and Caleb Johnson analyze the Atlanta Hawks' season following their playoff exit. They evaluate the performance of Jalen Johnson, discuss Jonathan Kuminga's fit within the system, and address the future of head coach Quin Snyder. 01:00 - Hawks Season Recap 04:09 - Jalen Johnson Evaluation 10:01 - Jonathan Kuminga Fit 13:41 - Quin Snyder Future 17:24 - Draft and Free Agency

Turtle analyzes the state of the Braves' starting rotation and the impact of Raisel Iglesias returning to the bullpen on 92.9 The Game. He also weighs in on the Falcons' quarterback competition between Tua and Michael Penix Jr. following a report from The Athletic. 01:00 - Braves Starting Pitching 06:21 - Hawks Roster Direction 08:13 - Falcons Quarterback Competition

The full 5-4-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris analyzes the Atlanta Braves' league-leading performance while addressing the growing list of outfield injuries. He explores whether Ronald Acuña Jr.'s recurring health issues warrant a move to the designated hitter role and takes calls from fans concerned about playoff consistency. The discussion also touches on the legacy of broadcaster John Sterling and a bizarre AI-related internet hoax....