It’s playoff time in Atlanta. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino preview Game 1 of the Braves’ Wild Card matchup against the Phillies. Can the Braves jump on Jesús Luzardo early, force Philadelphia into its taxed bullpen, and win the two areas that could decide the series: defense and relief pitching? Braves Central breaks down the formula for Atlanta to take Game 1.

It&rsquo;s playoff time in Atlanta. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino preview Game 1 of the Braves&rsquo; Wild Card matchup against the Phillies. Can the Braves jump on Jes&uacute;s Luzardo early, force Philadelphia into its taxed bullpen, and win the two areas that could decide the series: defense and relief pitching? Braves Central breaks down the formula for Atlanta to take Game 1.

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!

Braves Central Podcast

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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Braves vs. Phillies Wild Card Game 1 Preview: The Key to Winning

Austin Riley delivered the defining moment of Game 1, and now the Braves are one win away from advancing.


Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino relive Riley’s dramatic go-ahead homer, Chris Sale’s postseason start, Didier Fuentes’ huge relief appearance and Mauricio Dubón’s leadership. Then they preview Game 2 against the Phillies, including Tyler Mahle’s chance to send Atlanta to the NLDS.

Austin Riley delivered the defining moment of Game 1, and now the Braves are one win away from advancing.
 Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino relive Riley&rsquo;s dramatic go-ahead homer, Chris Sale&rsquo;s postseason start, Didier Fuentes&rsquo; huge relief appearance and Mauricio Dub&oacute;n&rsquo;s leadership. Then they preview Game 2 against the Phillies, including Tyler Mahle&rsquo;s chance to send Atlanta to the NLDS.

Austin Riley’s Redemption Fuels Braves’ Game 2 Push vs. Phillies

Martín Pérez landing on the IL has reshaped the Braves’ postseason pitching puzzle. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down what Pérez’s absence means for a potential Wild Card Game 3, why Grant Holmes, J.R. Ritchie and the bullpen become even more important, and how Atlanta can manage its arms during the final weekend in Miami. Plus: Austin Riley’s recent surge, the Braves’ lingering offensive questions and what could shape the postseason roster.

Mart&iacute;n P&eacute;rez landing on the IL has reshaped the Braves&rsquo; postseason pitching puzzle. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down what P&eacute;rez&rsquo;s absence means for a potential Wild Card Game 3, why Grant Holmes, J.R. Ritchie and the bullpen become even more important, and how Atlanta can manage its arms during the final weekend in Miami. Plus: Austin Riley&rsquo;s recent surge, the Braves&rsquo; lingering offensive questions and what could shape the postseason roster.

Martín Pérez Injury Shakes Up Braves’ Playoff Plansl

The Braves are NL East champions and heading into the final home series of the regular season. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino discuss how Atlanta should use this week to get ready for the postseason—including bullpen roles for A.J. Smith-Shawver and Robert Suarez, Chris Sale’s tune-up, lineup decisions, and potential Wild Card opponents.

Plus, why Walt Weiss deserves serious consideration for NL Manager of the Year after guiding the Braves through a wild 2026 season.

Subscribe for more Braves Central, presented by 680 The Fan.

The Braves are NL East champions and heading into the final home series of the regular season. Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino discuss how Atlanta should use this week to get ready for the postseason&mdash;including bullpen roles for A.J. Smith-Shawver and Robert Suarez, Chris Sale&rsquo;s tune-up, lineup decisions, and potential Wild Card opponents.
Plus, why Walt Weiss deserves serious consideration for NL Manager of the Year after guiding the Braves through a wild 2026 season.
Subscribe for more Braves Central, presented by 680 The Fan.

Braves vs. Phillies Wild Card Game 1 Preview: The Key to Winning

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