DOB & EOF welcome The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal to the program (:30) to converse about playoff baseball's tentative nature and how it's impacting player, owner profit sharing and Tom Glavine's and Chipper Jones' position on Blake Snell's comments (9:15). Also, which safety precautions are subject to revision (15:45)? David and Eric broach the matter of Covid-19 testing (18:15), and discuss what plans are in store for extra players in taxi squads (33:20). Lastly, we cover Spring Training concerns, including the arid conditions, and logistical challenges, especially in places like NYC (41:45).

When they aren't resetting their modems or running from bears, DOB & EOF are discussing baseball, but seeing as there's no baseball, the duo instead explore the question, 'why isn't there baseball yet'? The guys breakdown the perceived hangup, money, from both the players and owners perspectives (:30), and muse the losses, public image and more, of both parties, while the negotiations continue to stall (16:00). The Bravos Boys also examine The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich recent report detailing the safety protocols Major League Baseball is proposing (25:15), including condemning spitting, unnecessary physical contact (high fives) and more, plus how does the league intend to enforce these rules (36:30)?

DOB & EOF welcome Atlanta Braves starter, Mike Foltynewicz, to today's show! The band of Bravos have "Folty" catch them up on life during quarantine, including relishing time with family and working out (while taking proper precautions) with fellow pitchers, Sean Newcomb and Mike Soroka (2:00). Are the Braves better suited for an abridged season than most other teams? The 28-year-old shares his thoughts on that and the reinforced rotation with a healthy Cole Hamels (18:45). Foltynewicz responds to the proposed plan by the owners, and reacts to playing an 82-game schedule in a cross-league division format and the implementation of the universal DH (24:00). The trio discuss the issue of money that is stunting the player, owners negotiations (39:30), plus the emphasis on safety (47:00). Before parting ways, Foltynewicz describes his thoughts and emotions after the divisional series loss to the Cardinals, and how he's turned part-criticism and part- support into motivation (1:01:30).

DOB & EOF return to react to the latest from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and ESPN's Jeff Passan regarding a proposal to play the 2020 season from MLB owners (1:00). The Bravos Boys outline the proposal and tackle the minutiae of the deal (13:00), including: Reconfiguring training camp, roster spots, and divisions as well as managing teams who can't play in their home stadiums (19:15) and incorporating the universal DH rule (27:30). Is there a party that wins if there's no season? David and Eric breakdown potential ramifications in a year without baseball (34:00) before discussing who the best under-25 starter in the National League, Mike Soroka or Jack Flaherty (45:45).

DOB & EOF welcome Fox Sports South/Southeast announcer, Chip Caray, to today's program! Chip updates David and Eric about how he's passing time during quarantine (2:00) before discussing the numerous reported scenarios in which baseball could return, and how baseball could use this season to experiment (16:00). In relation to baseball starting, the triumvirate also consider how the Braves could stand to benefit from a condensed season, and where Atlanta resides among contenders in the NL East (33:15). Chip sheds light on life as a Caray, being the grandson of former Cubs announcer, Harry, and son of beloved Braves commentator, Skip, and his less-then-idyllic upbringing (Which many fail to realize - 44:15). He then explains The Baseball Hall of Fame's flaw when it comes to inducting broadcasters (56:45), and being apart of a long line of exceptional Braves broadcasters (1:08:45), plus, maintaining belief in your ability despite criticism (1:14:15).

DOB & EOF explore the particulars of umpiring, including: The financial side of the business (5:15); what are clubhouse dues and why are umps required to pay (10:25); Spring Training compensation, retirement funds and the importance of having seasoned adjudicators (15:15). The Bravos Boys react to the possibility of a three division league, and what obstacles Atlanta (and the League) could face in that scenario (29:30). In light of MLB and MLBUA (Major League Baseball Umpires Association) recently struck payment plan deal, instant replay may be eliminated to accommodate for the shortened season (39:45). We revisit the mailbag to answer more of your questions (44:30), including (but not limited to): Best/Worst Trades; Detailing the responsibilities of a bullpen coach and their impact on pitchers (53:15); and, Who would comprise DOB's & EOF's dream team lineup (57:35)?

DOB and EOF venture into recent reports by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, ESPN's Jeff Passan and USA-Today's Bob Nightnegale, among others, who have expressed optimism in a 2020 season, regardless of whatever iteration it's presented, and despite obstacles (which David and Eric address - :45). After, the Bravos Boys answer your questions (19:45), including (but not limited to): player holdouts due to perceived underpayment; the guys' reveal their least favorite stadiums (30:45); what would Eric do differently in his career given the chance (42:35); what traits lead organizations to project a pitcher as a reliever or starter (54:00); what was Eric's high school hitting/pitching acumen (1:00:15); and, Eric shares pitching advice with a soon-to-be college hurler (1:07:15).

DOB & EOF welcome Driveline Baseball Founder and Cincinnati Reds' Director of Pitching Initiatives and Pitching Coordinator, Kyle Boddy, to today's program! The trio gab over maintaining contact with players during quarantine and Boddy's impact pitchers like Trevor Bauer (and vice versa - 1:30). Boddy discusses adjusting to working within a professional baseball organization as well as his previous stints as an advisor and teaching Reds players and management gambling strategies like counting cards (9:45). The guys pinpoint a moment in baseball analytics' budding popularity that catapulted it into vogue (23:30). The Bravos Boys hone in on Braves pitching prospect, Tucker Davidson, who has made strides in his craft while working at Driveline (33:00) before tackling the evolution of Driveline, itself, and Boddy's approach to coaching (35:30). The triumvirate travel backwards in time to chat Boddy's upbringing and time before Driveline and the Reds; where he jumped from working at a pizzeria and Olive Garden, to winning (and losing) thousands of dollars in online gambling, to working at Microsoft and eventually starting, what would be, Driveline (42:30).

DOB & EOF react to The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal's and Evan Drellich's report regarding the Boston's Red Sox punishment from their sign-stealing scandal in 2018 (1:00). Are the penalties imposed by Major League Baseball appropriate? Plus, Eric explains the difference between decoding and sign-stealing. Next up, the guys elaborate on the results from David's Atlanta Braves fan survey, which include, but are not limited to: What is the excitement level for 2020 (pre-quarantine); What would make a successful season (16:45); Who should start at 3rd base (25:45); Confidence Meter: Anthopoulos (29:55) and Snitker (35:30); Who is the face of the franchise (46:10); Favorite all-time Braves player (54:45); Will Acuna record a 40/40 season in the next full playing year (1:04:00) and which throwback uniforms belong in Atlanta's rotation (1:08:30)?

DOB & EOF welcome former MLB utility player, journeyman and Braves first-round selection, Kelly Johnson, to the program! Eric and Johnson reflect on their time playing together with the Mets, including Eric's awkward NL Championship ring reception (3:30). Johnson recalls his time with the 2005 Braves, better known as the 'Baby Braves', and being called up around the same time as Brian McCann (11:25) as well as playing with "The Natural", Jeff Francoeur (19:50). He then discusses his time with the Diamondbacks following his first stint with Atlanta as well as his thoughts on AJ Hinch's management of Arizona (29:30). Johnson details his unique career path as a journeyman who played for eight different organizations (38:45) before discussing the importance of camaraderie and leadership (49:40) and if today's game is more difficult (1:04:50).

DOB & EOF welcome back The Athletic's Washington Nationals beat writer, Brittany Ghiroli, to the program! The gaggle of NL East purveyors dive into Ronald Acuna's and Juan Soto's friendship and discuss their continual development (2:00). Britt details covering Manny Machado in Baltimore, and how the two aforementioned outfielders differ from the, at time, contentious Machado (15:45). The 'Soto Shuffle' effect is looked at closely (30:45). Britt canvasses the Nationals' Spring and elaborates on the key off-season story lines like; how much will Washington miss Rendon; Strasburg's contract; how good is Trae Turner and more (36:00). Plus, the intriguing Sean Doolittle, and Britt on the Arizona plan (57:00).

DOB & EOF are excited to answer your questions! The guys dig into their mailbag to respond to queries like: "Who is the prospect that you expected to be a superstar but didn’t pan out," and, "Who's the most talented, least heralded, player you've played with/covered? Why?" Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34

DOB, EOF and the amazing Aussie, Peter Moylan, take a trip down memory lane as Moylan regales us with the tale of his journey from aspiring baseball player in Australia with a stutter, to a rollerblading Rookie Baller who had his signing bonus stolen by a guy selling a car sound system at a night club, to a pharmaceutical salesman and, ultimately, fulfilling his dream of playing in the Majors.

DOB & EOF welcome Atlanta's 'Friendly Neighborhood Slider-Man', Luke Jackson, to the pod! After the Braves pitcher updates the guys on his life during the quarantine (1:00), he responds to MLB's musings of starting the season and playing in Arizona (6:30). What challenges does Jackson foresee, and is this possibility tenable? The righty reliever reveals the challenges associated with the shutdown after a successful, though truncated, spring where he maintained good health (17:10). The trio deliberate the odds of a season actually taking place (25:50), and discuss the single stat on Jackson's wrap sheet that spurred criticism from fans and experts: blown saves (37:30). Plus, the retired reliever, Eric, and Jackson gab about pitching last season, pitching development and other intricacies (49:30) before Jackson relives being DFA'd/released by Atlanta five times within a year (1:08:45).

DOB and EOF return with special guest Evan Gattis on today's show. The mainstays ask Gattis to reflect on his time with the Houston Astros, including languishing from a sports hernia-esque injury in 2016, grinding his way from a janitor to a multi-million dollar man, reuniting with B-Mac in Houston and, most notably, the Astros sign stealing scandal.

DOB & EOF welcome former Atlanta Braves and Houston Astros catcher/DH, Evan Gattis, to the program! The gang venture through Gattis' journey from standout high school baller combating anxiety and depression, to his time as a janitor, ski lift operator and someone seeking spiritual enlightenment on his way to fulfilling his big league dreams.

DOB and EOF gleefully welcome former Fox Sports South reporter, Kelsey Wingert, to the program. Kelsey chronicles her time in a world without sports, and the overwhelming sense of joy she had covering Atlanta sports, including the Braves (1:00). She also details her experiences being near Bravos players and coaches in the clubhouse and dugout (14:15), the outpouring of support Atlanta sports fans have shown her (18:10), grappling with the reality of not working alongside the Braves (23:30), representing women sportscasters and the obstacles the industry presents (29:30), aspirations of working sideline long-term in Atlanta (32:10) and more. The Bravos Boys wrap up today's show by canvassing the players/owners agreement and its effect on the Braves (43:15).

There's no baseball, but the show must go on for DOB and EOF. The guys talk about how the stoppage is effecting Minor Leaguers and fringe roster players, then they look back on other shortened seasons in baseball history and compare to the current situation. Later, David and Eric explain why when baseball does return, the Braves may be in a great spot to capitalize.

DOB, EOF and special guest Peter Moylan pick up where they left off Tuesday with their all encompassing baseball talk. Eric and Moylo detail how they would handle the work stoppage, plus, the triumvirate discuss the scabs of the '95 MLB strike and the nebulous nature of paying the players (:30). Oh, do you all remember the time when the Astros cheated, and would Peter have snitched (5:45)? Loaded question alert: will there be a baseball season (12:00)? The trio pinpoint the Bravos biggest question mark, and chat about the back of the rotation (17:15). The gents also cover Moylo's time with the Australian National Team (24:00); the reality of MLB money (30:00); and Chipper Jones and Jeff Francoeur as TV analysts (37:45).

It's been nearly six months since his last appearance on the show, and there's no better time to have him on than now; welcome Peter Moylan back to the program! Moylo catches DOB & EOF up on the happenings in Australia during the pandemic and updates us on everything else in between (:45). The former Bravos teammates, Moylo and Eric, field questions from David harkening back to their playing days, including their fondest memory in Atlanta (10:40), who sat on the throne as the club's funniest teammate (17:30), who was the best teammate (28:30), the best pitcher (31:15) and the most talent baseball player they worked with (32:30).

DOB warmly welcomes Braves legend and MLB HOFer Chipper Jones to the program. The duo react to MLB, among other sports leagues, altering the complexion of their season because of the Coronavirus pandemic (:30). Chipper recalls 1995's post-strike Spring Training, and theorizes how long it will take for players to reengage/re-prepare for baseball (6:15). No. 10 explains what went into his decision to join ESPN (17:30). What moment makes Chipper wonder what might have been if things had gone differently (23:45)? Will Dale Murphy be inducted into the HOF, what's this year's Braves team's biggest question mark and who does Chipper believe will claim the everyday third base role (30:00)?

DOB from CoolToday Park in North Port, Florida, and EOF from his abode in Seattle unite to share updates on Atlanta's rotation (:30). How impactful can Sean Newcomb be to this rotation if he cuts down on the walks (7:00)? The duo parse Red Sox manager Ron Roenicke's comments about Hernandez's improved command, and discuss how it helps him at this stage of his career (12:15). The guys react to Soroka's outing, and his comments regarding Opening Day (20:50). Eric enlightens us on what it means when pitchers describe the "feel" of a pitch (25:50). The Bravos Boys read into Soroka's praise for Travis d'Arnaud through three weeks of Spring Training (28:00). Plus, Ronald Acuna evaluates his performance this Spring (30:45).

DOB & EOF chug their morning cup of hot java and consider a listener's question (via Twitter): How hard it is for a pitcher to learn a pitch from another pitcher (:35)? Eric explains the physical and metal factors involved with this tough task, and weighs-in on if technology promotes comprehension of pitch learning (12:15). The duo recap Soroka's start against the lefty latent Pirates (22:00), and discuss if he will start Opening Day. Is there a shred of concern over Acuna's and Ozuna's Spring Training hitting woes (33:00)? Lastly, Dave shares his thoughts from his conversation with Braves hitting coach, Kevin Seitzer (42:30).

DOB & EOF kick off today's show reviewing King Felix's recent string of strong outings at Spring Training (:20). The Bravos Boys also examine Kyle Wright's pitching adjustments, and Eric explains the process of critiquing mechanics (5:15). David recaps King Felix's postgame conference (15:30). The duo canvas Shane Green's struggles; what's the mentality of closers/relievers in meaningless Spring Training games (20:15)? The battle for third base continues (27:45), and Atlanta would love to have Prado back (34:15).

DOB & EOF calmly and shrewdly attempt to talk Bravos fans down from the ledge after Freddie Freeman was scratched from Tuesday's Spring Training exhibition with irritation in his elbow (1:15). The Bravos Boys welcome Sports Info Solutions analyst and co-author of "Fielding Bible Volume V", Mark Simon, to the program to answer their burning analytics questions, including: How much have the Braves improved in DRS (Defensive Runs Saved), why have Freeman's metrics belied his outstanding defensive ability (16:45), will there be a falloff in DRS without Donaldson (25:00), how much can Acuna grow defensively (29:40) & how is Swanson viewed in the defensive metrics community (38:00)? Can King Felix compete for a back of the rotation position (48:30)? Plus, some of the young Braves are humongous (54:15).