Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves fans witness Michael Harris II emerging as a true All-Star contender, delivering clutch performances that lift the team to new heights. Is his breakout season the catalyst the Braves need for a deep postseason run? Jake Mastroianni spotlights Harris’s offensive surge, including pivotal hits off the bench, while analyzing his improved numbers at the plate and exceptional defense in c...

The Atlanta Braves got a 7th-inning three-run pinch-hit double from Michael Harris and Didier Fuentes notched his first career save in a sweep-clinching 3-2 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 Everydayer...

Atlanta Braves face a pivotal trade deadline decision: go all-in for a frontline starting pitcher or power bat as October approaches. Could a top arm to pair with Chris Sale be the missing piece, or will the offense rebound behind stars like Austin Riley, Ronald Acuña Jr., and Matt Olson? Jake Mastroianni breaks down Atlanta’s rotation questions, bullpen workload concerns, and the outlook for pros...

The Atlanta Braves got five innings from lefty Martín Pérez and a big home run from Mauricio Dubón in their series-opening win against the Pittsburgh Pirates. 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 Cl...

Atlanta Braves face tough questions as Austin Riley’s struggles reach a breaking point—should manager Walt Weiss finally bench him? Jake Mastroianni unpacks Riley’s dramatic three-year decline, the impact on Braves’ lineup construction, and the organization’s options as the postseason approaches. Defensive metrics, strikeout rates, and potential replacements like Mauricio Dubón and Jorge Mateo tak...

The Atlanta Braves got 5.2 innings from Chris Sale, but mustered only four hits and two runs as they dropped the series finale to the Toronto Blue Jays 7-2. 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 could flood the All-Star Game with elite talent—are Drake Baldwin, Matt Olson, and Chris Sale locks for Philadelphia? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ crowded list of All-Star candidates, spotlighting Olson’s dominance at first base, Baldwin’s case to start at catcher, and Sale’s Cy Young-worthy performances. Which bullpen arms—Dylan Lee, Raisel Iglesias, or Robert Suarez—ar...

The Atlanta Braves continued their domination over old friend Patrick Corbin in game two of their series against the Toronto Blue Jays, winning the series with a 7-3 victory. 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...

The Atlanta Braves hung four runs on former Brave Kevin Gausman en route to a win versus the Toronto Blue Jays in the series opener. 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 ,...

Atlanta Braves grow their NL East lead despite offensive inconsistency. Can key bats like Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II spark a summer surge for the reigning division champs? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ 18-10 May, highlighting Chris Sale’s dominance on the mound and the bullpen’s critical role as the offense hit a rough patch. The episode spotlights standout performances by D...

Atlanta Braves prospects are turning heads as Tate Southisene surges up the system ahead of schedule. Is this outfield phenom the future leadoff replacement for Ronald Acuña Jr.? Jake Mastroianni and Gaurav break down Owen Murphy’s dominant pitching, Luis Guanipa’s consistent power-contact blend, and rising talents like Ethan Bagwell and Jeremy Reyes, who’s fighting to reclaim a top spot in the or...

Atlanta Braves shake up the lineup as Jorge Mateo makes his case for the starting shortstop spot. With Walt Weiss aggressively pulling levers—benching stars like Austin Riley and riding Mateo’s red-hot bat and elite defense—the Braves are challenging the tradition of contracts outweighing performance. Should Mateo have the job for good, or is this only a temporary spark? Host Jake Mastroianni reca...

The Atlanta Braves got two homers and two stolen bases from Ronald Acuña Jr and solo shots from Jorge Mateo and Matt Olson en route to a 5-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby and Locked On Braves host Jake Mastroianni went LIVE after the game to break down all of the action.   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Bring on the sweetness with Cotton Candy 5-h...

Atlanta Braves face mounting questions about their starting rotation as postseason expectations rise. With Chris Sale anchoring the staff, can Spencer Strider or Spencer Schwellenbach emerge as a reliable second ace to match the Dodgers’ Yamamoto and Ohtani or the Phillies’ Wheeler and Sanchez? Jake Mastroianni examines the internal options, trade deadline needs, and whether Bryce Elder’s impressi...

The Atlanta Braves got a leadoff homer from Ronald Acuña Jr. and then runs and RBI from everyone on the roster in their series-opening win over Cincinnati. 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 an...

Atlanta Braves face tough decisions as Ha-Seong Kim's struggles raise questions about his future as the everyday shortstop. Can Kim turn things around, or is a major lineup change on the horizon? Jake Mastroianni breaks down Kim's slow start, defensive woes, and the mounting pressure from hot-hitting alternatives like Mauricio Dubón and Jorge Mateo. With trade deadline chatter ramping up, possible...

The Atlanta Braves knocked rookie lefty Payton Tolle out of the game early as their 10 runs (off three homers) was enough to take the finale and the series versus the Boston Red Sox. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby 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...

Atlanta Braves face pressing prospect questions as the hunt for postseason depth heats up. Can Hayden Harris or Heric Hernandez emerge as left-handed pitching solutions for the second half? Michael Martinez’s explosive bat and rapidly rising profile spark debate: is he the system’s top pure hitter, or does 17-year-old phenom Diego Tornas hold that crown? Jake Mastroianni and prospect analyst Gaura...

Atlanta Braves offense hits a concerning slump as inconsistency threatens their NL East dominance. Can stars like Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and Ronald Acuña Jr. ignite a much-needed turnaround before back-to-back series losses derail their momentum? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ recent shutout against the Red Sox, examining missed opportunities with runners in scoring position and highl...

The Atlanta Braves gave up a six-run fifth inning while also not performing at the plate in a game two loss to the Boston Red Sox. 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 , a...

Atlanta Braves fans see a new era unfolding as Spencer Strider redefines his dominance on the mound. Is this modern version of Strider—leaning on a sharper curveball and deeper arsenal—actually more sustainable and effective than his flamethrowing past? Jake Mastroianni examines Strider’s evolving pitch mix, breaking down his expected ERA, increased reliance on secondary pitches, and the impact of...

The Atlanta Braves bashed multiple home runs to build a lead over the Boston Red Sox, then fended off a furious rally in the 9th to take the series opener 7-6. Postcast host Lindsay Crosby 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 m...

Atlanta Braves’ pitching prospects are heating up after a slow minor league start. Can rising stars like Briggs McKenzie and Owen Murphy anchor Atlanta’s next wave of big-league arms? Prospect expert Gaurav joins Jake Mastroianni to break down the system’s hottest pitchers and hitters in this week’s Locked On Braves Prospect Report. Key topics include updates on Brewer Hicklen’s push for an MLB ro...

Didier Fuentes's move to the bullpen has paid huge dividends for the Atlanta Braves as he's excelling at the big league level. But at what point do they try to transition him back to a starter?  Matt Olson was the MVP of the entire league through the first month of the season, but over the last few weeks, he and Ozzie Albies have been among the worst hitters in the league.  Jake Mastroianni introd...

Atlanta Braves' offense sputters in rare series loss to Washington Nationals, raising questions about regression versus a temporary slump. Can Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson shake off their struggles and ignite Atlanta’s powerful lineup? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ worst offensive series of the season, highlighting cold streaks from Acuña, Olson, and Michael Harris, along with the im...