Chris and Barrett ask the big question — can the #Braves really afford to “run it back” in 2026? They break down Acuña’s health, Matt Olson’s consistency, Michael Harris II’s resurgence in center field, and what the team should do with Jurickson Profar.

Chris and Barrett ask the big question &mdash; can the #Braves really afford to &ldquo;run it back&rdquo; in 2026? They break down Acu&ntilde;a&rsquo;s health, Matt Olson&rsquo;s consistency, Michael Harris II&rsquo;s resurgence in center field, and what the team should do with Jurickson Profar.

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.

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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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Can the Braves Afford to “Run It Back” in 2026?

The Braves keep stacking series wins, and now all eyes are on Ronald Acuña Jr.’s potential return. On this episode of Braves Central, Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down Austin Riley’s big day against Boston, the latest on Acuña, why Miami’s speed could be a problem, JR Ritchie’s next start, the Braves’ bullpen juggling act and the early questions around Ha-Seong Kim. Presented by Marietta Toyota.

The Braves keep stacking series wins, and now all eyes are on Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr.&rsquo;s potential return. On this episode of Braves Central, Barrett Sallee and Chris Dimino break down Austin Riley&rsquo;s big day against Boston, the latest on Acu&ntilde;a, why Miami&rsquo;s speed could be a problem, JR Ritchie&rsquo;s next start, the Braves&rsquo; bullpen juggling act and the early questions around Ha-Seong Kim. Presented by Marietta Toyota.

Braves Central: Ronald Acuña DH Debate, Austin Riley Awakens & Miami Preview

The Braves welcome the Cubs to Truist Park as one of the hottest teams in baseball comes to Atlanta. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the series, the Cubs’ trade deadline outlook, Atlanta’s bullpen questions, the return timeline for Ronald Acuña Jr., and what the Braves should expect from Ha-Seong Kim. They also discuss Mauricio Dubón’s emergence in left field, the state of the bullpen, Walt Weiss’ pitching strategy, and how Atlanta is navigating one of the deepest rosters in baseball. Plus, reflections on the impact Bobby Cox and Ted Turner had on Braves baseball and the city of Atlanta. ⚾ Topics Covered: Braves vs Cubs series preview Ronald Acuña Jr. latest update Ha-Seong Kim’s role with Atlanta Mauricio Dubón earning everyday playing time Braves bullpen concerns and rotation moves Walt Weiss managing the pitching staff Bobby Cox & Ted Turner tributes Trade deadline talk around MLB 📲 Listen live on the 680 The Fan app 📺 Subscribe for more Braves coverage, interviews, highlights and live shows from the flagship station of the Braves Radio Network. #Braves#AtlantaBraves#RonaldAcunaJr#MLB#BravesCentral#680TheFan Chapters: 00:00 – Cubs Series Preview Begins 01:45 – Why the Cubs Are Already MLB Trade Deadline Buyers 04:20 – What Makes the Cubs Dangerous 07:10 – Braves’ Bullpen Advantage Explained 10:05 – Ha-Seong Kim vs Mauricio Dubón Debate 15:12 – Ronald Acuña Jr. Return Timeline Update 17:05 – Braves Bullpen Concerns Growing? 20:40 – Bobby Cox & Ted Turner’s Legacy in Atlanta 23:10 – Final Thoughts + Red Sox Preview

The Braves welcome the Cubs to Truist Park as one of the hottest teams in baseball comes to Atlanta. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the series, the Cubs&rsquo; trade deadline outlook, Atlanta&rsquo;s bullpen questions, the return timeline for Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr., and what the Braves should expect from Ha-Seong Kim. They also discuss Mauricio Dub&oacute;n&rsquo;s emergence in left field, the state of the bullpen, Walt Weiss&rsquo; pitching strategy, and how Atlanta is navigating one of the deepest rosters in baseball. Plus, reflections on the impact Bobby Cox and Ted Turner had on Braves baseball and the city of Atlanta. ⚾ Topics Covered: Braves vs Cubs series preview Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr. latest update Ha-Seong Kim&rsquo;s role with Atlanta Mauricio Dub&oacute;n earning everyday playing time Braves bullpen concerns and rotation moves Walt Weiss managing the pitching staff Bobby Cox &amp; Ted Turner tributes Trade deadline talk around MLB 📲 Listen live on the 680 The Fan app 📺 Subscribe for more Braves coverage, interviews, highlights and live shows from the flagship station of the Braves Radio Network. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/braves">#Braves</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/atlantabraves">#AtlantaBraves</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ronaldacunajr">#RonaldAcunaJr</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mlb">#MLB</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/bravescentral">#BravesCentral</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/680thefan">#680TheFan</a> Chapters: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q" aria-label="0 seconds">00:00</a> &ndash; Cubs Series Preview Begins <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=105s" aria-label="1 minute, 45 seconds">01:45</a> &ndash; Why the Cubs Are Already MLB Trade Deadline Buyers <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=260s" aria-label="4 minutes, 20 seconds">04:20</a> &ndash; What Makes the Cubs Dangerous <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=430s" aria-label="7 minutes, 10 seconds">07:10</a> &ndash; Braves&rsquo; Bullpen Advantage Explained <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=605s" aria-label="10 minutes, 5 seconds">10:05</a> &ndash; Ha-Seong Kim vs Mauricio Dub&oacute;n Debate <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=912s" aria-label="15 minutes, 12 seconds">15:12</a> &ndash; Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr. Return Timeline Update <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=1025s" aria-label="17 minutes, 5 seconds">17:05</a> &ndash; Braves Bullpen Concerns Growing? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=1240s" aria-label="20 minutes, 40 seconds">20:40</a> &ndash; Bobby Cox &amp; Ted Turner&rsquo;s Legacy in Atlanta <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_8Oq2F586Q&amp;t=1390s" aria-label="23 minutes, 10 seconds">23:10</a> &ndash; Final Thoughts + Red Sox Preview

Ronald Acuña Jr. Return LOOMS + Braves Have a Bullpen Problem 

Barrett Sallee breaks down the Braves’ upcoming showdown with the Dodgers and reacts to the growing concerns around the offense after a rough series in Seattle. Is the panic overblown? And should the Braves consider giving Austin Riley a mental reset? Plus: Chris Sale vs Dodgers preview Spencer Strider’s return and bullpen usage Grant Holmes, Reynaldo López & the rotation questions Why the Braves’ early wins still matter Biggest takeaways heading into the Dodgers series

Barrett Sallee breaks down the Braves&rsquo; upcoming showdown with the Dodgers and reacts to the growing concerns around the offense after a rough series in Seattle. Is the panic overblown? And should the Braves consider giving Austin Riley a mental reset? Plus: Chris Sale vs Dodgers preview Spencer Strider&rsquo;s return and bullpen usage Grant Holmes, Reynaldo L&oacute;pez &amp; the rotation questions Why the Braves&rsquo; early wins still matter Biggest takeaways heading into the Dodgers series

Can the Braves Afford to “Run It Back” in 2026?

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