Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris Thomas examines the implications of Ronald Acuña Jr. returning to the injured list and how it impacts the Braves' outfield depth. Trevor Lane joins to provide a comprehensive look at the NBA playoffs, including the Hawks' early exit and the future of several contenders. Craig Misch offers insights into MLB divisional races and reflects on the career of legendary broadcaster John Sterling. 01...

Turtle and insider Grant McAuley analyze the Braves' current injury situation and how the lineup is adjusting without Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II. Chris discusses the rotation's outlook and Spencer Strider's progress before shifting to a review of the 'Michael' biopic. Finally, we identify the top five remaining roster needs for the Falcons following the NFL Draft. 02:16 - Braves Injuri...

Chris and Jason Longshore analyze Atlanta United's defensive improvements and three-match winning streak on 92.9 The Game. They examine how 18-year-old Cooper Sanchez is driving the team's confidence and look ahead to a critical matchup against the LA Galaxy. 01:42 - Atlanta United Winning Streak 03:35 - Cooper Sanchez's Rising Influence 10:53 - LA Galaxy Match Preview

Orin shares a story about taking his son to see Yacht Rock Revue before ranking the top five roster needs for the Falcons. Chris and Orin evaluate the depth at interior defensive line, tackle, and quarterback while assessing the impact of recent draft picks. 01:00 - Yacht Rock Concert Recap 07:30 - Top Five Falcons Needs 13:32 - Tackle and Swing Depth

Chris and Grant McAuley discuss the Atlanta Braves' strategy for managing Ronald Acuña Jr.’s hamstring injury and the ripple effects on the lineup. They also examine Michael Harris II's quad issue, Spencer Strider's recent performance, and Chris Sale's elite form. 01:25 - Monday Braves Update 01:45 - Ronald Acuña Injury 06:17 - Michael Harris Status 12:03 - Spencer Strider Return 14:43 - Chris Sal...

Craig Mish joins Chris to discuss the Atlanta Braves' ability to overcome injuries and the outlook for Ronald Acuña Jr. They also evaluate the struggling New York Mets, the impact of Tariq Skubal's injury, and reflect on the iconic career of late Yankees broadcaster John Sterling. 01:17 - Braves Resilience and Acuña Concerns 04:00 - Mets Woes and MLB Injury News 10:06 - Marlins Update and John Ste...

Chris and Trevor Lane analyze the Hawks' postseason exit and debate whether Quin Snyder remains the right fit for Atlanta's future. They also explore the 76ers' resurgence against the Celtics, potential roster overhauls for the Denver Nuggets, and the injury-riddled Lakers heading into a tough series against OKC. 01:00 - Hawks Offseason Analysis 05:38 - NBA Playoff Recaps 10:18 - Lakers Series Pre...

Turtle discusses the Atlanta Braves' impressive record while questioning the long-term impact of injuries to key players like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II. He also shares a heartfelt tribute to the legendary broadcaster John Sterling following his passing. 01:04 - Weekend Show Recap 04:20 - John Sterling Tribute 06:46 - Braves Injury Analysis

The full 5-1-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris reacts to the fallout from the Atlanta Hawks' playoff exit and addresses fans calling for Quin Snyder's termination. He argues that Snyder's success in player development and securing the six seed outweighs a disappointing series against the Knicks. 01:00 - Chris Slams Snyder Firing Rumors 06:15 - Zaccharie Risacher's Rookie Struggles 15:56 - Fans Debate Snyder's Rotation 21:43 - Atlanta's H...

Chris Thomas breaks down the Hawks' embarrassing playoff loss to the Knicks and argues why firing Quin Snyder would be a mistake. Terrell Thomas joins to analyze the NBA postseason and the Philadelphia 76ers' chances in a Game 7. Chad Bishop provides a Braves update, focusing on Spencer Strider's return and Austin Riley's mechanical issues. 01:50 - Hawks Playoff Collapse 06:00 - Defending Quin Sny...

Chris examines the future of Hawks head coach Quin Snyder following a difficult season conclusion. We hear from Alex Anthopoulos on the Steakhouse about the Braves' impressive April performance and the development of young talent like Bryce Elder and Austin Riley. 01:50 - Quin Snyder Debate 05:20 - Draft Results Analysis 08:38 - Future NFL Quarterbacks 12:17 - Falcons Draft Steals 17:27 - Alex Ant...

Chris Thomas and Bill Bender discuss the potential expansion of the NCAA March Madness tournament to 76 teams. They also analyze key moves from a hypothetical NFL Draft, highlighting standout performers like Avion Terrell and Reuben Bain. 01:00 - Quin Snyder and Expansion 04:15 - College Draft Analysis 12:38 - Falcons Draft Highlights

Chris and Chad Bishop analyze the Atlanta Braves' strong start and the tactical leadership of Walt Weiss. They discuss Spencer Strider's return from injury, Matt Olson's recent hot streak, and Austin Riley's efforts to overcome a hitting slump. 01:21 - Walt Weiss Leadership 06:44 - Martin Perez Impact 12:02 - Division Roster Updates

Terrell Thomas of These Urban Times joins Chris Thomas to analyze the Atlanta Hawks' disappointing collapse and the scrutiny surrounding head coach Quin Snyder. They also discuss the Philadelphia 76ers' resurgence behind Joel Embiid and the shifting power dynamics across the NBA and NFL. 01:12 - Hawks' Epic Collapse Analysis 02:42 - Quin Snyder Future Debate 05:29 - Sixers Push Boston Late 08:35 -...

Chris Thomas “Turtle!” hangs out in the Kia studios after every Braves home game to give callers a chance to voice their praise or concern with the team. In the first segment, Chris celebrates a walk-off homerun by Matt Olson for a 3-4 victory against the Detroit Tigers as well as taking callers. Braves take the win from the Tigers in the 9th hour! In the second segment, Chris asks if Acuna's and...

The full 4-29-26 Chris Thomas Tonight

Chris Thomas analyzes the Hawks' difficult playoff series against the Knicks and the urgent need for a frontcourt overhaul. He also welcomes Will McFadden to discuss the Falcons' draft picks, highlighting the potential impact of Avieon Terrell and Harold Perkins Jr. 01:50 - Atlanta Baseball Post Game 04:55 - Hawks Struggles Against Knicks 08:44 - Potential Offseason Changes 19:11 - Callers Debate...

Chris Thomas defends Quin Snyder against calls for his firing, emphasizing a long-term belief in the Atlanta Hawks core and upcoming offseason needs. He is joined by Lindsay Rhodes to evaluate the Falcons' recent draft haul, including the value of landing Avieon Terrell and Zachariah Branch. They also discuss the Rams' controversial decision to draft Ty Simpson as a developmental successor to Matt...

Turtle and Orin evaluate the Atlanta Hawks' defensive struggles against the New York Knicks and the team's need for a true center. They transition into a wide-ranging NFL discussion involving Aaron Rodgers and Rams draft rumors before conducting a roster exercise to determine the future of the Hawks' core players. 02:05 - Hawks Playoff Outlook 05:36 - Matt Olson Career Outlook 09:17 - Hawks Roster...

Joe DeLeone joins the program to analyze the Atlanta Falcons' recent draft haul and why Caleb Downs is a culture shifter for the Dallas Cowboys' defense. They also discuss the impact of gambling investigations in college sports and the potential expansion of the NCAA Tournament. 01:23 - Falcons Draft Analysis 05:47 - Caleb Downs To Dallas 10:23 - Ruben Bain Draft Fall 13:18 - Developmental Quarter...

Orin and Chris analyze whether the Atlanta Hawks are ready to be true contenders and discuss Jalen Johnson's need for a more aggressive mindset on the court. They also evaluate the future of the roster, debating CJ McCollum’s role and the development of young players like Dyson Daniels and Mo Gueye. 01:06 - Atlanta Hawks Contender Status 04:26 - Jalen Johnson’s Aggressive Edge 07:17 - Hawks Roster...

Chris and Lindsey Rhodes of SumerSports break down the Atlanta Falcons' selections of Avieon Terrell and Zachariah Branch. They analyze the strategy behind the Los Angeles Rams drafting quarterback Ty Simpson and evaluate the roster-building efforts across the NFC South. Rhodes also explains the logic of selecting high-production edge rushers in the early rounds of the draft. 01:00 - Falcons Draft...

Will McFadden joins Chris to evaluate the Atlanta Falcons' recent draft, specifically the value of landing Avieon Terrell and the explosive potential of Harold Perkins. They examine how new additions like Zachariah Branch fit into a quick-passing offensive scheme while discussing the need for further depth along the defensive line. 01:00 - Falcons Early Draft Review 06:57 - Harold Perkins Draft St...

Chris previews the return of the Braves post-game show and Spencer Strider's upcoming start before diving into the Hawks' playoff woes. He breaks down why the Knicks have exposed Atlanta's frontcourt issues and what changes are needed this offseason to return to contention. 01:10 - Braves Post-Game Preview 04:21 - Hawks Playoff Struggles 07:02 - Revamping Hawks Frontcourt 11:30 - Hawks Offseason B...