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>

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.

Braves Central

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

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the biggest questions facing the Atlanta Braves with six weeks remaining in the regular season. AJ Smith-Shawver continues to dominate at Triple-A and could become a major factor in Atlanta’s postseason pitching plans, while questions remain about Robert Suarez, Spencer Schwellenbach and how the Braves will ultimately line up their October rotation. Plus, the guys discuss: • Why earning a first-round playoff bye could be huge for Atlanta • How the Braves should manage Chris Sale down the stretch • Austin Riley’s improved play since the All-Star break • Atlanta’s evolving options in left field and at shortstop • Ronald Acuña Jr.’s potential role at DH • Sean Murphy’s importance behind the plate • What to expect from Corbin Carroll and the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down the biggest questions facing the Atlanta Braves with six weeks remaining in the regular season. AJ Smith-Shawver continues to dominate at Triple-A and could become a major factor in Atlanta&rsquo;s postseason pitching plans, while questions remain about Robert Suarez, Spencer Schwellenbach and how the Braves will ultimately line up their October rotation. Plus, the guys discuss: &bull; Why earning a first-round playoff bye could be huge for Atlanta &bull; How the Braves should manage Chris Sale down the stretch &bull; Austin Riley&rsquo;s improved play since the All-Star break &bull; Atlanta&rsquo;s evolving options in left field and at shortstop &bull; Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr.&rsquo;s potential role at DH &bull; Sean Murphy&rsquo;s importance behind the plate &bull; What to expect from Corbin Carroll and the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend

 Braves’ October Rotation Taking Shape? AJ Smith-Shawver, Austin Riley & D-Backs Preview

The Atlanta Braves are officially rolling. After winning eight straight games, sweeping the homestand and climbing to the second-best record in baseball, the Braves now head to Yankee Stadium for one of their biggest tests of the season. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down Atlanta’s turnaround, why this team was able to survive its brutal June stretch, the lingering questions about the starting rotation after the trade deadline and what this Yankees series could tell us about the Braves heading toward October. Plus: ⚾ Why the Braves’ clubhouse deserves credit for weathering the storm 🔥 Atlanta’s offense is finally clicking again 🤔 Did the Braves do enough at the trade deadline? 💪 Can the current rotation hold up in October? 🏟️ Braves vs. Yankees feels like postseason baseball in August 👀 Max Fried faces his former team 🏆 Why Atlanta has a legitimate World Series-caliber roster The Braves will see a loaded Yankees pitching staff in New York — and with October getting closer, this could be one of the best measuring sticks Atlanta gets all season. Subscribe to 680 The Fan for more Braves Central, Atlanta Braves analysis, interviews and reaction throughout the 2026 season.

The Atlanta Braves are officially rolling. After winning eight straight games, sweeping the homestand and climbing to the second-best record in baseball, the Braves now head to Yankee Stadium for one of their biggest tests of the season. Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down Atlanta&rsquo;s turnaround, why this team was able to survive its brutal June stretch, the lingering questions about the starting rotation after the trade deadline and what this Yankees series could tell us about the Braves heading toward October. Plus: ⚾ Why the Braves&rsquo; clubhouse deserves credit for weathering the storm 🔥 Atlanta&rsquo;s offense is finally clicking again 🤔 Did the Braves do enough at the trade deadline? 💪 Can the current rotation hold up in October? 🏟️ Braves vs. Yankees feels like postseason baseball in August 👀 Max Fried faces his former team 🏆 Why Atlanta has a legitimate World Series-caliber roster The Braves will see a loaded Yankees pitching staff in New York &mdash; and with October getting closer, this could be one of the best measuring sticks Atlanta gets all season. Subscribe to 680 The Fan for more Braves Central, Atlanta Braves analysis, interviews and reaction throughout the 2026 season.

 Braves Have Won 8 Straight — Now Comes Their Biggest Test Yet vs. Yankees

The MLB trade deadline is almost here, and the Braves have some major decisions to make.

Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down:
⚾ Why the Nationals could be buyers instead of sellers
🔥 Is Austin Riley's slump forcing the Braves to consider bigger changes?
💪 Ronald Acuña Jr.'s return and what it means for Atlanta's offense
🎯 What the Braves should target before the trade deadline
🏆 Can this team make a deep postseason run with its current roster?

With the trade deadline just days away, every game matters. Catch the full Braves conversation and let us know what move Atlanta needs to make.

👇 Should the Braves add another bat, another starter, or both?

The MLB trade deadline is almost here, and the Braves have some major decisions to make.
Chris Dimino and Barrett Sallee break down:
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<li data-section-id="hnkeub" data-start="465" data-end="521">⚾ Why the Nationals could be buyers instead of sellers</li>
<li data-section-id="17me1s0" data-start="522" data-end="597">🔥 Is Austin Riley's slump forcing the Braves to consider bigger changes?</li>
<li data-section-id="le6am4" data-start="598" data-end="668">💪 Ronald Acu&ntilde;a Jr.'s return and what it means for Atlanta's offense</li>
<li data-section-id="g2z63x" data-start="669" data-end="729">🎯 What the Braves should target before the trade deadline</li>
<li data-section-id="d6mvpt" data-start="730" data-end="800">🏆 Can this team make a deep postseason run with its current roster?</li>
</ul>
With the trade deadline just days away, every game matters. Catch the full Braves conversation and let us know what move Atlanta needs to make.
👇 Should the Braves add another bat, another starter, or both?

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