On the latest episode of Braves Central, Barrett Sallee breaks down Spencer Strider’s return from the IL, updates Ronald Acuña’s rehab stint in Triple-A, and tackles the Braves’ biggest question: What should they do with a red-hot Drake Baldwin and a slumping Matt Olson?

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On the latest episode of Braves Central, Barrett Sallee breaks down Spencer Strider&rsquo;s return from the IL, updates Ronald Acu&ntilde;a&rsquo;s rehab stint in Triple-A, and tackles the Braves&rsquo; biggest question: What should they do with a red-hot Drake Baldwin and a slumping Matt Olson?See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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Strider To Return, Acuña Rehab Update & The Baldwin-Olson Dilemma

It's been high drama for Team USA as they've reached Tuesday night's WBC Championship game.  John Smoltz has been with Team USA the entire way and we pick his brian about it all.   

It's been high drama for Team USA as they've reached Tuesday night's WBC Championship game.&nbsp; John Smoltz has been with Team USA the entire way and we pick his brian about it all.&nbsp; &nbsp;

John Smoltz says nothing has come easy for Team USA as the world looks to take down the Americans 

John Smoltz - WBC on FOX, Braves Legend, Hall of Famer  

He's all over the WBC for MLB Network and he joined us from Houston before tonight's quarterfinal between the US & Canada!  

Jon thinks Alex Anthopoulos should be looking long & hard at some of the talented pitchers in the WBC

He's all over the WBC for MLB Network and he joined us from Houston before tonight's quarterfinal between the US &amp; Canada! &nbsp;
Jon thinks Alex Anthopoulos should be looking long &amp; hard at some of the talented pitchers in the WBC

Jon Morosi says the WBC has ignited baseball fans both domestically and abroad in what has been a great lead in to the 2026 season

Jon Morosi - MLB Network, WBC Reporter 

The guys discuss the newly announced BravesVision streaming service, what the $99.99 price means for fans, and how watching Braves games could actually become easier this season depending on upcoming carriage deals. Pasted text They also take a close look at the Braves starting rotation, how injuries have reshaped the pitching plans for Opening Day, and why Bryce Elder appears locked in as the No. 5 starter. Plus, one unexpected storyline: Dom Smith. The veteran signed a minor-league deal, but strong spring training performances could earn him real at-bats as the Braves’ designated hitter early in the season. Other topics in this episode: Why the Braves offense must improve after finishing 13th in MLB in runs scored last season How just half a run more per game could drastically change their season Outfield depth questions heading into Opening Day Why base running could be a key offensive improvement With Opening Day against the Kansas City Royals approaching fast, the Braves season is almost here.

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The guys discuss the newly announced BravesVision streaming service, what the $99.99 price means for fans, and how watching Braves games could actually become easier this season depending on upcoming carriage deals. Pasted text They also take a close look at the Braves starting rotation, how injuries have reshaped the pitching plans for Opening Day, and why Bryce Elder appears locked in as the No. 5 starter. Plus, one unexpected storyline: Dom Smith. The veteran signed a minor-league deal, but strong spring training performances could earn him real at-bats as the Braves&rsquo; designated hitter early in the season. Other topics in this episode: Why the Braves offense must improve after finishing 13th in MLB in runs scored last season How just half a run more per game could drastically change their season Outfield depth questions heading into Opening Day Why base running could be a key offensive improvement With Opening Day against the Kansas City Royals approaching fast, the Braves season is almost here.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Strider To Return, Acuña Rehab Update & The Baldwin-Olson Dilemma

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