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.