Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves hit a midseason slump as depth, injuries, and a loss of offensive firepower put their postseason hopes in jeopardy. Can Matt Olson, Michael Harris, and Austin Riley reignite the lineup, or are the Braves’ struggles about to get worse? The conversation focused on three key reasons for Atlanta’s struggles: a mounting injury list—including Ronald Acuña Jr., Sean Murphy, and multiple st...

Atlanta Braves face critical questions as Drake Baldwin’s struggles return after injury. Is the catching situation becoming the team’s biggest concern just as the season heats up? Jake Mastroianni breaks down which Braves are trending up—spotlighting Matt Olson’s power surge and Ozzie Albies’ relentless bat—and which are falling behind, including Baldwin’s alarming strikeout rate and Grant Holmes’...

The Atlanta Braves squandered a 6-5 lead with a really BAD bullpen decision from manager Walt Weiss and were walked off by the Padres 7-6 in ten innings. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.     Sponsor Show Notes (include all in each episode)   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to ma...

Atlanta Braves face crucial decisions as the MLB trade deadline approaches—will Alex Anthopoulos go all-in to bolster the roster for a postseason run? The conversation focused on Atlanta’s top priorities, including landing a top-of-the-rotation arm to pair with Chris Sale, adding a power bat to boost the lineup around Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson, and shoring up the bullpen with a dominant left...

The Atlanta Braves got shut out in San Diego's Petco Park by the Padres to open their final West Coast road trip. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our memb...

Atlanta Braves prospect Owen Murphy is making waves with his dominant fastball and evolving pitch mix—could he be the next arm to boost Atlanta’s rotation, or will he headline a trade package at the deadline? Hot bats in the Braves farm system are also generating buzz, with Luis Guanipa and Alex Lodise showing off newfound power, while top infield talent like Dixon Williams aims to solidify their...

The Atlanta Braves saw Bryce Elder get tagged for eight runs in the 2nd inning as the Braves lost 9-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers, losing the sweep. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get a...

The Atlanta Braves struggled to generate offense against lefty Kyle Harrison of the Milwaukee Brewers, but a two-run 9th-inning homer by Ozzie Albies gave them the walk-off win. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Lock...

Atlanta Braves face mounting pressure as the trade deadline approaches—will Alex Anthopoulos secure a frontline starter to anchor the rotation behind Chris Sale? Concerns rise as key injuries to Ronald Acuña Jr., Drake Baldwin, Michael Harris, and pitching depth put the team’s playoff hopes in jeopardy. Jake Mastroianni explores whether the offense can recover, if Bryce Elder is reliable as a No....

The Atlanta Braves and veteran Martín Pérez outdueled flamethrowing Cy Young candidate Jacob Miziorowski and the first-place Milwaukee Brewers in a 3-2 series-opening win. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On...

Atlanta Braves face tough questions as Ronald Acuña Jr.’s injury history casts doubt on a long-term extension, while rising prospect Drake Baldwin emerges as a safer option for the future. Can GM Alex Anthopoulos afford to risk it all on Acuña, or is it time to shift focus and prioritize organizational depth? Jake Mastroianni answers pressing fan questions on Acuña’s role—should he become a primar...

Atlanta Braves’ midseason slide raises questions—are injuries and slumping stars exposing real weaknesses, or is this just a rough patch before another turnaround? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ recent 1-6 stretch against underperforming teams, scrutinizing lackluster offensive numbers from key players like Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Austin Riley, and the ongoing absence of Ronald Acuña J...

The Atlanta Braves had a terrible day of baseball against the San Francisco Giants, dropping both the resumption of game one and the regularly scheduled game two. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni are going LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.    Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Eve...

Atlanta Braves turn to rising pitching prospects as the Major League rotation faces mounting injuries. Is Brett Sears’ dominant stretch—highlighted by a stingy walk rate and stellar strikeout numbers—the key to stabilizing the staff? Owen Murphy and Garrett Baumann are also making noise with double-digit strikeout performances and MLB-ready arsenals, while lefty Cam Caminiti works to reclaim his t...

Atlanta Braves fans revisit the franchise’s most unforgettable podcast moments as Locked On Braves celebrates a milestone 10-year anniversary. Ronald Acuña Jr.’s polarizing headlines, off-season trades, and the emotional departure of Dansby Swanson all take center stage in Jake Mastroianni’s countdown of the channel’s top episodes—culminating in fiery debates and fan reactions that shaped Braves N...

Atlanta Braves face a pitching crisis as Spencer Strider leaves the mound with alarming arm issues—could the team's title hopes be slipping away? Jake Mastroianni examines Strider’s velocity drop, the ominous injury updates, and how Atlanta’s rotation—with Bryce Elder’s struggles and J.R. Ritchie stepping up—suddenly looks vulnerable as the season heats up. Key topics include Martin Pérez’s critic...

Aggressive bullpen usage is backfiring for the Atlanta Braves as injuries mount—can Walt Weiss strike the right balance down the stretch? Jake Mastroianni dissects how Weiss’s strategy has both fueled success and put arms like Raisel Iglesias and Tyler Kinley on the shelf. With the postseason looming, should the Braves bolster their pen or trust secondary options like Didier Fuentes, Dylan Dodd, a...

The Atlanta Braves saw Spencer Strider throw three home runs, including a grand slam, and then left with right arm soreness in their 7-5 loss to the New York Mets. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everyday...

Atlanta Braves fans eye bold trade possibilities as murmurs grow about value plays over blockbusters. Can Alex Anthopoulos finally make the splash move, or will the team double down on under-the-radar targets like Jeff McNeil, Jeremy Peña, or Michael Wacha to boost the roster before the MLB Trade Deadline? Jake Mastroianni addresses burning mailbag questions, weighing the risks of relying on depth...

Atlanta Braves face a challenging stretch as injuries to Ronald Acuña Jr. and Drake Baldwin test the team's depth and offensive firepower. With the rotation struggling to provide length—putting extra stress on relievers like Dylan Lee, Robert Suarez, and closer Raisel Iglesias—the Braves risk entering their most vulnerable part of the season. Can streaky bats like Michael Harris and Ozzie Albies k...

The Atlanta Braves could only muster one run in support of Chris Sale, dropping game two to the Chicago White Sox 2-1. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio , access to our...

Atlanta Braves face uncertainty as Spencer Strider struggles and Dylan Dodd emerges as a potential bullpen weapon. Can Dodd anchor the late innings while Strider finds his form at the top of the rotation?   Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ latest trends, spotlighting Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies’ offensive surges, Austin Riley’s slump and mounting fan anxiety, and the ripple effects...

The Atlanta Braves saw Ronald Acuña Jr. exit early with "left hamstring tightness" and then got walked off in extras despite Matt Olson's two-homer night. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club a...

Atlanta Braves prospects surge as hitters climb the latest Top 30 list. Is Atlanta’s farm system on the verge of a transformation reminiscent of the Ronald Acuña Jr. and Ozzie Albies era? Jake Mastroianni breaks down which names—like Eric Hartman, Owen Carey, and Dixon Williams—are rocketing up the rankings, while rising talents like Ethan Bagwell and Herick Hernandez bolster the pitching core. Th...

Atlanta Braves prospect Briggs McKenzie turns heads with a sensational full-season debut, signaling a potential new ace on the mound. Are the Braves witnessing the rise of their next elite pitcher? Jake Mastroianni and prospect expert Gaurav spotlight McKenzie's dominant outing—highlighting his advanced pitch mix, command, and three plus pitches—while examining the resurgence of Atlanta's pitching...