Braves fans, buckle up—the Atlanta Braves are scorching hot as the first MLB team to 20 wins in 2026, boasting a massive run differential and elite pitching! Dave Garner and Will Cooper break down the red-hot start, key returns like Spencer Strider, standout performances from Matt Olson and Michael Harris, and the road ahead. Plus: NFL Draft reactions (Falcons picks & Ty Simpson to the Rams), James Pierce legal updates, Cherokee County Hall of Fame, high school baseball with North Cobb Christian coach Jimmy Keene, Hawks playoff hopes vs. the Knicks in Game 5, the Cooper Predictor betting tips, and fun rock band debates. Rally Towel Tuesday energy at its finest!

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Banter  
01:19 Weather Talk and Will’s California Trip  
02:37 Braves Recent Games and Tomahawk Take Preview  
04:57 Cherokee County Hall of Fame Inductions  
07:18 Show Analytics, Social Media, and Listener Shoutouts  
09:15 NFL Draft Reactions: Ty Simpson, Kayden Proctor, Falcons Picks  
13:27 James Pierce Legal Update and Falcons Implications  
15:14 Break and Commercials  
19:27 Tomahawk Take: Braves 20-9 Start, Pitching Depth, Key Returns  
24:37 Managing Injuries and Lineup Versatility  
29:46 High School Baseball Interview with North Cobb Christian Coach Jimmy Keene  
32:01 Hawks Playoff Outlook vs. Knicks in Game 5  
39:00 High School Sports Coverage Legacy  
40:50 Top 3 Rock Bands Debate: Eagles, Alice in Chains, Journey  
46:02 NASCAR Talladega Recap and Listener Engagement  
48:04 Live Remote Appearances and Upcoming Shows  
52:18 Hawks Series Analysis and On-Air Rivalry  
55:13 Cooper Predictor: Tennis and MLB Betting Picks  
58:31 Closing Thoughts and Tease for Tomorrow’s Show

Braves fans, buckle up&mdash;the Atlanta Braves are scorching hot as the first MLB team to 20 wins in 2026, boasting a massive run differential and elite pitching! Dave Garner and Will Cooper break down the red-hot start, key returns like Spencer Strider, standout performances from Matt Olson and Michael Harris, and the road ahead. Plus: NFL Draft reactions (Falcons picks &amp; Ty Simpson to the Rams), James Pierce legal updates, Cherokee County Hall of Fame, high school baseball with North Cobb Christian coach Jimmy Keene, Hawks playoff hopes vs. the Knicks in Game 5, the Cooper Predictor betting tips, and fun rock band debates. Rally Towel Tuesday energy at its finest!
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Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter &nbsp; 01:19 Weather Talk and Will&rsquo;s California Trip &nbsp; 02:37 Braves Recent Games and Tomahawk Take Preview &nbsp; 04:57 Cherokee County Hall of Fame Inductions &nbsp; 07:18 Show Analytics, Social Media, and Listener Shoutouts &nbsp; 09:15 NFL Draft Reactions: Ty Simpson, Kayden Proctor, Falcons Picks &nbsp; 13:27 James Pierce Legal Update and Falcons Implications &nbsp; 15:14 Break and Commercials &nbsp; 19:27 Tomahawk Take: Braves 20-9 Start, Pitching Depth, Key Returns &nbsp; 24:37 Managing Injuries and Lineup Versatility &nbsp; 29:46 High School Baseball Interview with North Cobb Christian Coach Jimmy Keene &nbsp; 32:01 Hawks Playoff Outlook vs. Knicks in Game 5 &nbsp; 39:00 High School Sports Coverage Legacy &nbsp; 40:50 Top 3 Rock Bands Debate: Eagles, Alice in Chains, Journey &nbsp; 46:02 NASCAR Talladega Recap and Listener Engagement &nbsp; 48:04 Live Remote Appearances and Upcoming Shows &nbsp; 52:18 Hawks Series Analysis and On-Air Rivalry &nbsp; 55:13 Cooper Predictor: Tennis and MLB Betting Picks &nbsp; 58:31 Closing Thoughts and Tease for Tomorrow&rsquo;s Show

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Welcome to 98.1/93.7 WPGY 'The Sports Pig' &ndash; where hot takes meet hot mics! As North Georgia's home for ESPN Radio, we deliver the latest in sports news, analysis, and commentary with a side of humor and passion. From college football to pro basketball, we've got your fandom covered. Listen LIVE at <a href="https://www.sportspigradio.com/">SportsPigRadio.com</a> or download 'The Sports Pig' app to take the action wherever you go!&nbsp;
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Welcome to 98.1/93.7 WPGY 'The Sports Pig' – where hot takes meet hot mics! As North Georgia's home for ESPN Radio