The Braves split with the Mets, but with the offense still stuck in neutral, is it time for a drastic move?

On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino suggests moving Austin Riley to left field and trading for Alex Bregman to take over at third base. Would that jumpstart Atlanta’s bats?

Also discussed:


The Mets lose Griffin Canning to a suspected Achilles injury


What that means for the Braves in the trade market for starting pitching


Who Atlanta could target at the deadline

The Braves split with the Mets, but with the offense still stuck in neutral, is it time for a drastic move?
On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino suggests moving Austin Riley to left field and trading for Alex Bregman to take over at third base. Would that jumpstart Atlanta&rsquo;s bats?
Also discussed:
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The Mets lose Griffin Canning to a suspected Achilles injury
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What that means for the Braves in the trade market for starting pitching
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Who Atlanta could target at the deadline
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Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the Braves right here on Braves Central! From the latest news to the biggest stores on the diamond, Chris and Barrett will bring you the most in-depth look at what's happening with the Atlanta Braves!

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the Braves right here on Braves Central! From the latest news to the biggest stores on the diamond, Chris and Barrett will bring you the most in-depth look at what's happening with the Atlanta Braves!

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Welcome to the program dedicated to baseball and the finer things in life, Cheers to Baseball! Get the latest news, info and analysis from the diamond while enjoying an adult beverage of the week!

Welcome to the program dedicated to baseball and the finer things in life, Cheers to Baseball! Get the latest news, info and analysis from the diamond while enjoying an adult beverage of the week!

Enter the world of baseball....past, present and future...with two of the game's premiere baseball men, Chris Dimino and Kevin McAlpin of the Braves Radio Network.

Cheers to Baseball

Hosted by Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino, Braves Central is your all-access pass to everything Atlanta Braves. Barrett—host of the Braves Radio Network Pre and Post Game Show on 680 The Fan—teams up with Atlanta radio veteran Chris Dimino to bring you smart, spirited, and entertaining Braves coverage twice a week.

Hosted by Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino, Braves Central is your all-access pass to everything Atlanta Braves. Barrett&mdash;host of the Braves Radio Network Pre and Post Game Show on 680 The Fan&mdash;teams up with Atlanta radio veteran Chris Dimino to bring you smart, spirited, and entertaining Braves coverage twice a week.

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Austin Riley to LF? Chris Dimino Suggests Braves Trade for Alex Bregman

The Braves are back from the All-Star break, and the next 17 days could define their season. With the trade deadline approaching, Atlanta has big decisions to make as they try to hold first place and prepare for a postseason run.

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down:
⚾ Why the Braves could make a trade before the deadline 
🔥 The biggest roster needs heading into August
💪 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and how he changes the lineup
🤔 What's going on with Austin Riley and where he should hit
👀 A preview of the Rangers series and why both teams are at a crossroads
📈 How the trade market could shape the Braves' playoff chances

Chapters:
00:00 Second Half Begins & Trade Deadline Outlook
03:10 Why Trades Could Happen Before the Deadline
08:15 Braves' Biggest Needs at the Deadline
13:05 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Return & Austin Riley Discussion
20:15 Braves vs. Rangers Series Preview
25:45 Why the Rangers Mirror the Braves
29:15 The Next 17 Days Will Define Atlanta's Season

The Braves are back from the All-Star break, and the next 17 days could define their season. With the trade deadline approaching, Atlanta has big decisions to make as they try to hold first place and prepare for a postseason run.
Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down:
<ul>
<li>⚾ Why the Braves could make a trade before the deadline&nbsp;</li>
<li>🔥 The biggest roster needs heading into August</li>
<li>💪 Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr.'s return and how he changes the lineup</li>
<li>🤔 What's going on with Austin Riley and where he should hit</li>
<li>👀 A preview of the Rangers series and why both teams are at a crossroads</li>
<li>📈 How the trade market could shape the Braves' playoff chances</li>
</ul>
Chapters:
<ul>
<li>00:00 Second Half Begins &amp; Trade Deadline Outlook</li>
<li>03:10 Why Trades Could Happen Before the Deadline</li>
<li>08:15 Braves' Biggest Needs at the Deadline</li>
<li>13:05 Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr.'s Return &amp; Austin Riley Discussion</li>
<li>20:15 Braves vs. Rangers Series Preview</li>
<li>25:45 Why the Rangers Mirror the Braves</li>
<li>29:15 The Next 17 Days Will Define Atlanta's Season</li>
</ul>

Trade Deadline Buzz & Ronald Acuña Jr.'s Return | Braves vs. Rangers Preview

The Braves wrap up the first half of the season with a crucial three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the biggest storylines heading into the weekend, including Chris Sale's start, Reynaldo López and Hurston Waldrep's outings, the Cardinals' playoff outlook, and what both teams could do before the MLB Trade Deadline.

In this episode:
Braves vs. Cardinals series preview
Why Jordan Walker is St. Louis' biggest offensive threat
Chris Sale's importance entering the All-Star break
Can Hurston Waldrep build momentum?
Cardinals' trade deadline outlook
Could Dustin May become a trade target?
Latest National League Wild Card race discussion

If you enjoy Braves coverage, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss Braves Central throughout the season.

The Braves wrap up the first half of the season with a crucial three-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down the biggest storylines heading into the weekend, including Chris Sale's start, Reynaldo L&oacute;pez and Hurston Waldrep's outings, the Cardinals' playoff outlook, and what both teams could do before the MLB Trade Deadline.
In this episode:
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<li data-section-id="216fi" data-start="637" data-end="674">Braves vs. Cardinals series preview</li>
<li data-section-id="1vrn92" data-start="675" data-end="733">Why Jordan Walker is St. Louis' biggest offensive threat</li>
<li data-section-id="1bfqvc6" data-start="734" data-end="787">Chris Sale's importance entering the All-Star break</li>
<li data-section-id="p212et" data-start="788" data-end="825">Can Hurston Waldrep build momentum?</li>
<li data-section-id="18gs5xj" data-start="826" data-end="861">Cardinals' trade deadline outlook</li>
<li data-section-id="dxbgzb" data-start="862" data-end="903">Could Dustin May become a trade target?</li>
<li data-section-id="876obp" data-start="904" data-end="954">Latest National League Wild Card race discussion</li>
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If you enjoy Braves coverage, be sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss Braves Central throughout the season.

Braves Trade Deadline Plans? Chris Sale, Cardinals & MLB Rumors Before the All-Star Break

The Braves head to Pittsburgh looking to bounce back after a frustrating series split with the Mets that felt like a missed opportunity. On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss what went wrong against New York, whether the ninth-inning decisions deserve criticism, and why leaving runners on base continues to haunt Atlanta. They also preview a challenging series against the Pirates, including a matchup with Paul Skenes, break down Hurston Waldrep's continued development, examine the importance of Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes heading into the All-Star break, and discuss whether the Braves should be looking to bolster their pitching staff before the trade deadline. Subscribe for new Braves Central episodes every week and stay up to date with the latest Braves news, analysis and coverage from 680 The Fan.

The Braves head to Pittsburgh looking to bounce back after a frustrating series split with the Mets that felt like a missed opportunity. On this episode of Braves Central, Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee discuss what went wrong against New York, whether the ninth-inning decisions deserve criticism, and why leaving runners on base continues to haunt Atlanta. They also preview a challenging series against the Pirates, including a matchup with Paul Skenes, break down Hurston Waldrep's continued development, examine the importance of Bryce Elder and Grant Holmes heading into the All-Star break, and discuss whether the Braves should be looking to bolster their pitching staff before the trade deadline. Subscribe for new Braves Central episodes every week and stay up to date with the latest Braves news, analysis and coverage from 680 The Fan.

Austin Riley to LF? Chris Dimino Suggests Braves Trade for Alex Bregman

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