Atlanta Braves Podcast

Braves beat reporters join national correspondents to take an inside look ahead at the storylines and developing news that impacts the team's outlook.

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3/8/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Fredi Gonzalez is working with what he's been given when it comes to putting a team on the field. MLB.com's Alyson Footer caught up with Braves reporter Mark Bowman to find out how Gonzalez is using his strengths to manage a rebuilding team and how he's paying more attention to analytics.
9 min
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2/26/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Braves pre and post-game radio broadcaster Mark Lemke joins Braves reporter Mark Bowman to reflect on Andruw Jones' history and why Lemke believes he was the best centerfielder in MLB history who's soon to be inducted into the Braves Hall of Fame.
6 min
253
2/16/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
The Braves starting rotation will be the talk of the town during Spring Training. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Braves reporter Mark Bowman break down who's got a shot at making the starting five and which players should get a good look during camp and a chance to make the rotation.
11 min
254
2/10/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
For a rebuilding team, the Braves' offseason ended up being more surprising than expected. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Braves reporter Mark Bowman take a look at how losing Shelby Miller and Andrelton Simmons will impact 2016 and who the top three starters will be for Atlanta.
11 min
255
2/2/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Which Hall of Famer is giving pitching lessons to Matt Wisler? MLB.com's Alyson Footer checks in with Braves reporter Mark Bowman to share how Tom Glavine is helping Wisler and predict which player is most likely to hit for the cycle, throw a no-hitter, and more.
12 min
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1/26/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Could Dansby Swanson make his debut before 2018? MLB.com's Alyson Footer checks in with Braves reporter Mark Bowman to spotlight how realistic a 2017 debut could be and when pitching prospect Sean Newcomb could make his MLB debut.
10 min
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1/21/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Bullpen coach Eddie Perez is making the Braves' presence known in Venezuela. MLB.com's Alyson Footer checks in with Braves reporter Mark Bowman to spotlight Perez's time managing the Tigres de Aragua to the Championship game and how newcomer Ender Inciarte can be a difference maker for the rebuilding Braves.
10 min
258
1/12/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Will Freddie Freeman still be in a Braves uniform on Opening Day? MLB.com's Matt Waymire challenges Braves reporter Mark Bowman to make a few bold predictions for 2016 and you won't want to miss his answers.
10 min
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1/7/16: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Kelly Johnson's packing up and heading back to Atlanta. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Braves reporter Mark Bowman spotlight Johnson's intangibles and the Braves' improved farm system, including standout Dansby Swanson.
11 min
260
12/21/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
What will the Braves rotation look like in 2016? MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Braves reporter Mark Bowman discuss who could be their starting five with Shelby Miller gone and who will make the Opening Day roster.
5 min
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12/18/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Chipper Jones is back in Atlanta. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Braves reporter Mark Bowman discuss Jones' role with the Braves and how the Shelby Miller trade will impact their rotation and future.
10 min
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12/7/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
MLB.com's Dave Raymond and Braves reporter Mark Bowman are live in Nashville for the Winter Meetings to breakdown what it would take for the Braves to trade away Shelby Miller and who else the Braves look to add to the starting rotation.
10 min
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12/2/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
The Shelby Miller rumor mill is flying. MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Braves reporter Mark Bowman identify what could be true surrounding these rumors and why the Braves will be on the lookout for a new catcher at the Winter Meetings.
15 min
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11/20/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
The Braves haven't taken the offseason lightly. MLB.com's Matthew Leach and Braves reporter Mark Bowman sift through all of the moves they've made so far, breakdown how Andrelton Simmons ended up out of a Braves uniform and why 2017 is still the goal to contend.
12 min
265
11/6/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
The Braves sent top prospects Lucas Sims and Connor Lien to the Arizona Fall League and they spent time catching up with MLBPipeline.com's Jonathan Mayo.
5 min
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10/29/15: MLB.com Extras | Braves in the AFL
The Braves are rebuilding for a brighter 2016. MLBPipeline.com's Jonathan Mayo and Jim Callis take time to discuss Lucas Sims and Daniel Winkler, two top prospects playing in the Arizona Fall League.
3 min
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10/20/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
As we start to count down to the 2016 season, we take a look back at the biggest moments from the Braves' 2015 season. Listen in as we relive Matt Wisler's debut, Cameron Maybin's walk-off against the Nationals and much more.
7 min
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9/30/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Do the Braves still have their eyes on 2017? Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to look ahead to the future of the Braves, discuss whether or not John Coppolella could be drawn away from Georgia and debate how big of a trade chip Cameron Maybin might be in the offseason.
11 min
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9/24/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Mike Foltynewicz is a trooper. Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to detail what he's been going through as far as health goes and spotlight Julio Teheran's hot streak.
13 min
270
9/17/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Hector Olivera is a key piece in Atlanta's building blocks. Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to resolve why Fredi Gonzalez isn't in a hurry to get him repetitions in the field and why Andrelton Simmons' lack of power might make him more productive at the plate.
12 min
271
9/10/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to paint a picture of what next season's rotation could look like for Atlanta and how they'll finish out September.
11 min
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9/1/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Is Jose Peraza game time ready? Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to talk about where he stands in his progress and which players the team is looking forward to seeing in a club uniform in the future.
10 min
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8/27/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Shelby Miller isn't getting enough support. Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to find a connection between his walk ratio and lack of run support, plus the guys take note of Mike Foltynewicz's progress on the mound.
13 min
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8/20/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Is Julio Teheran finally finding his groove? Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to explain how Teheran is the real deal and shine a light on whatever is working for Arodys Vizcaino on the mound since he's been back.
12 min
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8/13/15: MLB.com Extras | Atlanta Braves
Braves reporter Mark Bowman joins MLB.com's Matthew Leach to explain how the Nick Swisher, Michael Bourn trade conspired, how soon Freddie Freeman and Hector Olivera could be back in the lineup and the Braves' game plan for the rest of the season.
11 min