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Episode 180: Series wins, injuries and a high-profile removal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss Atlanta’s injury issues, bullpen encouragement, Ronald Acuña, Brian Snitker, beating the Dodgers and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 19 - Talking Bryce Ball and other Braves prospects and answering listener mailbag questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we start off by welcoming Gaurav back into the fold (fear not, Garrett will be back soon as well) and first talk about the recent promotions of Bryce Ball...
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Episode 179: Solid results, woeful bullpen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the disastrous bullpen, Atlanta's solid overall results, Dallas Keuchel, Austin Riley, Dansby Swanson, Ronald Acuña and more. Learn more about your a...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 18 - Promotions, promotions everywhere plus the return of Garrett from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we had a shorter episode than usual as we had Matt on location watching a minor league game and we didn't want to tempt the audio/connection gods too much...
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Episode 178: Clearing the post-deadline smoke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to put a cap on the busy week, including on-field results, starting pitching questions, bullpen debuts, Dansby Swanson, Tyler Flowers and much more. Learn more abo...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 17 - Braves trade deadline post mortem and listener mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After being off a week, this week's episode focuses on reflecting on the prospects that were sent elsewhere including talk about Joey Wentz, Travis Demeritte, and Kolby Allard. After that, we talk ...
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Episode 177: Wrapping up a busy trade deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman in pseudo-emergency fashion to break down a busy, bullpen-heavy trade deadline for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
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Episode 176: Injury fallout and deadline look-ahead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the fallout from recent injuries, look ahead to the trade deadline and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 175: The deadline is coming from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the upcoming trade deadline, the return of Ender Inciarte and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 16 - Talking Bryce Ball, Joey Wentz, Alex Jackson, plus more mailbag questions! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode, we first tackled a few guys who have looked really strong of late including Bryce Ball's torrid run down in rookie ball, Tristan Beck's strong return from injury, Joey Wentz...
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Episode 174: Breaking out the brooms in San Diego from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss MLB All-Star festivities, Atlanta's sweep in San Diego, Dallas Keuchel, Josh Donaldson, Marcus Stroman, Matthew Boyd, prospects and more. Learn more...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 15 - Recapping the Talking Chop Top 30 Braves Prospects List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode, we focused solely on the prospect rankings we rolled out this past week over on Talking Chop. From discussing our unanimous top prospect Cristian Pache and how he had separa...
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Episode 173 - Recapping the Braves' first half and other fun with Eric Cole and Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of the Talking Chop podcast, you will notice a decided lack of Ozzie Albies trade proposals and references to Michigan sports and the curse of Atlanta sports. That is because...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 14 - Futures Game, Injury Updates, and Teasing our Top 30 prospects list from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we first look at the Futures Game selections for the Braves. The virtues of Ian Anderson and Cristian Pache are talked about quite a bit as well as cases ...
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Episode 172: Welcome to July from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss All-Star selections, strong bullpen performance (before Sunday), the rest conundrum and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 13 - Early impressions of the 2019 Braves draft class and discussing our biggest prospect misses from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this weeks episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and Eric first do a quick recap of how some of the guys are doing down in short season ball and as well as how some of the higher draft picks for the ...
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Episode 171: Things are going well in Atlanta from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC managing editor Kris Willis to discuss another productive, the greatness of Freddie Freeman, Mike Foltynewicz's struggles and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 12 - Listener mailbag with lots of Braves rookie/short-season ball talk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we take a step back and take some listener questions as we wait for short-season ball to get fully underway. We discussed plenty of the Braves top prospec...
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Episode 170: Stay hot, Braves from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss an awesome week for the Atlanta Braves, including high-powered offense and memorable moments against Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Learn more about your ...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 11 - 2019 Braves Organizational All-Stars with Matt, Gaurav, and Eric from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we take a step back from all of the draft talk (we did that a lot in recent weeks and it is a sore subject for some of us....*cough* *cough* Matt *cough) ...
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Episode 169: A streaky stretch, Julio Teheran and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to catch up on the latest with the Atlanta Braves, from Dallas Keuchel to Nick Markakis, Julio Teheran and a sweep over the Miami Marlins. Learn more about you...
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Episode 168: Welcome, Dallas Keuchel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman in emergency fashion to break down the signing of Dallas Keuchel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 10 - Complete 2019 Braves Draft Review with Eric, Matt, and Gaurav from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode, we touch quickly on the recent promotions of William Contreras and Greyson Jenista to Double-A which look a bit puzzling on the face of it but make a certain amount of sense...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 9 - Highlighting Braves MiLB top performers and last minute MLB draft thoughts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and Eric first take a look at some of the top performers in the Braves' farm system including the usual names like Trey Harris and Cristian Pache as ...
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Episode 167: Memorial Day extravaganza with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the week that was, Austin Riley's early success, the upcoming MLB Draft and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 8 - 2019 MLB Draft Preview with Baseball America's Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, it is all draft talk as Talking Chop alum and Baseball America's current draft guru Carlos Collazo comes on the show. We explore the currently thinking ab...
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Episode 166: Successful homestand, Riley’s debut and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss Austin Riley's debut, Freddie Freeman's brilliance, Atlanta's recent performance and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 7 - Braves prospect mailbag extravaganza with the fellas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we take a week off from having guests on the show (fear not, Baseball America's Carlos Collazo will be on next week to talk draft stuffs) and took a bunch...
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Episode 165: The Austin Riley decision and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to discuss Austin Riley's breakout, the house of horrors in Los Angeles, starting pitching and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 6 - Talking Braves prospects and the 2019 Draft with MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we had a really special guest. First, the three of us give you the usual update as to what is going on in the farm system with some of the top performers ...
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Episode 164: A timely sweep before a tough stretch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to discuss Atlanta's weekend sweep, an up-and-down series prior to that, the schedule in the near future and much more. Learn more about your ad cho...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 5 - Quick Recap of the Braves MiLB action followed by a deep dive into the IFA market with Ben Badler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we first do a quick recap of what we have seen in the minor leagues over the last couple of weeks including some newsworthy promotions, injuries, and top ...
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Episode 163: Wild bookends and a mess in between from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole of Talking Chop to discuss a wild and crazy week for the Braves, with big-time highs and maddening lows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 4 - Discussing Braves MiLB Top Performers, Pitch Counts, and some predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, we cover an array of topics. First, we took at look at some of the top performers from down in the minor leagues including top prospects like Drew Waters ...
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Episode 162: An unsightly sweep and a Friday washout (with Scott Coleman) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to discuss a brutal week for the Braves, the fallout from the Arodys Vizcaino injury and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Episode 161: Another extension and another winning week from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole of Talking Chop to discuss the Ozzie Albies extension, a positive week, the ongoing Tiger Woods movement and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 3 - Ozzie Albies' extension, top Braves MiLB performers so far, and mailbag time! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and I go it alone for this one as we talk about our thoughts on Ozzie Albies extension as well as what our expectations were of him before he reached...
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Episode 160: That's more like it (with Scott Coleman) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to discuss an uptick from the Atlanta Braves and Tiger Woods madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 2 - Running down Braves Minor League Roster and our initial 2019 MLB Draft thoughts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt, Gaurav, and Eric talk a bit about the opening of the minor league season and the rosters that were released this week (spoilers: we were mostly corr...
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Episode 159: Ronald Acuña signed an extension from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop for an emergency reaction to the Ronald Acuña contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 158: An opening weekend to forget with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole of Talking Chop to recap the (disastrous) opening weekend, discuss the bullpen and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 1 (kinda) - Previewing the 2019 Braves MiLB Rosters....also, WE'RE BACK! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
That's right everyone, Road to Atlanta makes it's triumphant return to the land of podcasting as Gaurav, Matt, and Eric run down their thoughts on what to expect from the Braves' minor league roste...
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Episode 157: Season predictions and more with Eric Cole and Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole and Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to catch up on the latest roster news and offer "formal" predictions for the 2019 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
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Episode 156: Rotation preview and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to discuss an interesting lead-off option, the latest injury news and the 2019 starting rotation options for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about yo...
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Episode 267: That pesky non-tender deadline from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland and Eric Cole discuss all the latest news, including a busy Wednesday of transactions involving Adam Duvall and Johan Camargo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
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Episode 155: Position player preview and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole of Talking Chop to discuss Atlanta's Opening Day starter and closer by committee, before previewing the team's position players from top to bottom. Learn more about you...
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Episode 266: Hello, Charlie Morton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman gather in emergency fashion to discuss the signing of Charlie Morton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 154: Bullpen preview, Bryce Harper and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman of Talking Chop to discuss Bryce Harper signing in Philly, an interesting roster projection, Spring Training injuries and Atlanta's 2019 bullpen. Learn more about y...
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Episode 265: Taking stock with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland and Awful Announcing's Joe Lucia to discuss the latest news and Atlanta's offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 153: Hope Springs Eternal with Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South to discuss Atlanta's offense, tales from Spring Training, Johan Camargo's role, the NL East and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
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Episode 264: Hello, Drew Smyly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eric Cole and Scott Coleman discuss Atlanta's decision to sign Drew Smyly to a one-year contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 152: Pitchers, catchers and front office interviews with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman (@scottcoleman55) to celebrate the arrival of pitchers and catchers to Spring Training and break down the already infamous interview with Atlanta's front office...
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Episode 263: Atlanta's 2020 lineup was led by the NL MVP from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss Freddie Freeman's MVP campaign, the latest news and Atlanta's 2020 lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 151: Prospect lists, Craig Kimbrel and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss prospect lists, the potential of a Craig Kimbrel return and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 150: The Nick Markakis emergency extravaganza with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to react to the news of Nick Markakis re-signing with the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 149: The mildly warm stove with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss AJ Pollock, Sonny Gray, scouting shake-ups, Vegas over/unders and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 148: Kicking off 2019 with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss Adam Duvall scenarios, prospect lists and the latest "rumblings" as 2019 arrives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 147: Holiday mailbag with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to wrap up 2018 by opening the mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 146: All Is Calm with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to recap a quiet Winter Meetings, catch up on the latest with J.T. Realmuto, answer mailbag questions and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
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Episode 145: Visiting with JJ Cooper of Baseball America from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Special guest host Eric Cole is joined by Baseball America's JJ Cooper to discuss Atlanta's farm system, decisions for the future and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
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Episode 144: Welcome to December with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the non-tender deadline, the shakeup in Atlanta's broadcast booth, players like Dallas Keuchel and Mitch Haniger, the future of Julio Teheran and mor...
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Episode 143: Hello, Josh Donaldson and Brian McCann from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined (in emergency fashion!) by TC's Eric Cole and Scott Coleman to break down the additions of Josh Donaldson and Brian McCann. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
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Episode 142: Lineup review, biggest need and more with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to review the 2018 lineup, look ahead to 2019 through projections, check up on the news and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
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Episode 141: GM Meetings, news roundup and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the GM meetings, the latest news, awards and the hot stove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 140: Free agency opens, rotation review and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the 2018 rotation, recap the news and look ahead to the Hot Stove. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 139: Gold glove nominees, bullpen review and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the Gold Glove nominees, look back on the 2018 bullpen and peek into the future with regard to free agency and potential trades. Learn more about your ad...
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Episode 138: Untouchable prospects, potential targets and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the staff shake-up, two potential acquisition targets, the notion of untouchable prospects and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
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Episode 137: Payroll projections, coaching limbo and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss upcoming decisions on the coaching staff, projections for 2019 payroll, Anibal Sanchez, Nick Markakis, Kurt Suzuki and more. Learn more about your ad cho...
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Episode 136: Game 4 recap with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to break down Game 4, look back at the series and praise the Braves for a job well done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 135: Game 3 recap with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to dissect the Game 3 win, including heroics from Ronald Acuña and Freddie Freeman, interesting decisions and subtle optimism toward Game 4 on Monday...
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Episode 134: Game 2 recap with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to comb through the Game 2 loss to the Dodgers and look ahead to Sunday in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 133: Game 1 recap with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to break down what transpired during a Game 1 loss to the Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 132: Previewing the NLDS with Eric Cole and Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC’s Eric Cole and TC's Scott Coleman to preview the NLDS, with thoughts on the Dodgers, Atlanta's roster management, Vegas odds, predictions and much more. Learn more about your ...
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Episode 131: Raising the NL East banner with Scott Coleman and Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman and Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to celebrate the Braves clinching the NL East, dissect the upcoming playoff roster and much more. Learn more about your ad cho...
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Episode 130: Johan Camargo, building the bench and more with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of FOX Sports South to discuss Johan Camargo's contributions, the stretch run, Ender Inciarte's resurgence, the potential playoff bench and much more. Learn more abou...
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Episode 129: Navigating the roller coaster with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss weird results, Johan Camargo's surge, bizarre managing, the work of Mike Foltynewicz, Julio Teheran's return to relevance and much more. Learn more about...
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Episode 128: Welcome to September with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole on this Labor Day weekend show to discuss roster expansion, Sean Newcomb, Nick Markakis, Tyler Flowers and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
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Episode 127: Kevin Gausman, roster expansion and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the Kevin Gausman experience, Ozzie Albies' struggles, potential roster expansion, a winning week and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
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Episode 126: Ronald Acuña, a disastrous weekend and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss an ugly weekend at SunTrust Park, the brilliance of Ronald Acuña, the playoff race, Kolby Allard, bullpen hypotheticals and much more. Learn more about y...
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Episode 125: Touki Toussaint, the catcher rotation and more with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Gaurav Vedak to discuss Touki Toussaint's upcoming debut, Dansby Swanson, the catching tandem, intriguing prospects, Ryan Flaherty and more. Learn more about your ad choices....
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Episode 124: An August hot streak, Julio Teheran and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss Julio Teheran, a recent hot streak, evaluating players in a big-picture sense, prospect promotions and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Episode 123: Kevin Gausman, Adam Duvall and a post-deadline extravaganza with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to break down the trade deadline from the perspective of the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 122: Catching up on a short week with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America to discuss a short week of results, Ozzie Albies, Dansby Swanson, trade winds, the concept of an "ace" and much more. Learn more about your ad c...
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Episode 121: All-Star break, Ender Inciarte and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss trade buzz, the lead-off spot, All-Star festivities, Carter Stewart, prospect lists and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 120: The halfway point with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the first half of the 2018 season, Max Fried, Mike Soroka's injury, the bullpen, Ronald Acuna and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
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Episode 119: Dansby Swanson, pitching injuries and more with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of FOX Sports South to discuss Dansby Swanson, Ronald Acuna's timetable, Julio Teheran's weird season, Brian Snitker, Freddie Freeman and more. Learn more about your ...
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Episode 118: SunTrust Park fun, Luiz Gohara and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss Julio Teheran's Sunday masterpiece, Sean Newcomb, Brian Snitker's bullpen management, Ozzie Albies, young arms, All-Star considerations and much more. Le...
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Episode 117: Ender Inciarte, ‘financial flexibility’ and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss an unfortunate road trip, Atlanta's future schedule, the rest-of-season lineup, struggles of Ender Inciarte and Ozzie Albies, the uncertain rotation,...
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Episode 116: Breaking down the 2018 MLB Draft with Eric Cole and Matt Powers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole and Matt Powers to discuss the first two days of the 2018 MLB Draft from the perspective of the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
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Episode 115: Mike Foltynewicz, early All-Star buzz and more with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to discuss a wild weekend, early All-Star thoughts, Freddie Freeman, Mike Foltynewicz, Dansby Swanson and much more. Learn more about your ad choices...
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Episode 114: Memorial Day check-in with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the week's action, Ronald Acuna's scary injury, a potential pursuit of Mike Moustakas, the minor league system and much more. Learn more about your ad ch...
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Episode 113: A wild Sunday and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to navigate an insane Sunday afternoon, discuss the third base situation, evaluate Sean Newcomb and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Episode 112: Sean Newcomb, Jose Bautista and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad flies solo on Mother's Day with topics including Sean Newcomb's breakout, Nick Markakis impersonating Lou Gehrig, Austin Riley and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
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Episode 111: An up-and-down week, Nick Markakis and more with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Gaurav Vedak to discuss the highs and lows of the week, the renaissance of Nick Markakis, Austin Riley, Touki Toussaint and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Episode 110: Acuna arrives, early storylines and more with Eric Cole and Grant McAuley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With Brad struggling in internet land, Eric Cole and Grant McCauley lead this week's show with topics including Ronald Acuna, Ozzie Albies, the Braves being tremendously fun and much more. Learn mo...
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Episode 109: The 20-game mark with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South to catch up on the Braves after 20 games, including discussion surrounding Kurt Suzuki, Jose Bautista, Freddie Freeman, Ronald Acuna and more. Lea...
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Episode 108: The Ronald Acuna debate and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss Ronald Acuna's plight, Dansby Swanson's early success, recent results and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 107: Evaluating a hot start with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to evaluate the early portion of the 2018 season, Preston Tucker's potential breakout, Ozzie Albies, the notion of Bryce Harper in Atlanta and (much) more. Learn mo...
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Episode 106: Rotation preview, 2018 predictions and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to preview the rotation, make predictions about the 2018 season and discuss Ronald Acuña starting the season in Gwinnett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Episode 105: Lineup preview, Luiz Gohara and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to preview the lineup, break down injuries and, of course, evaluate March Madness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 104: Bullpen preview and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to preview the bullpen, project where prospects will begin 2018 and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 103: Breaking down the roster with Ben Duronio from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Ben Duronio (@bvduro) to discuss Ronald Acuna, the future of the middle infield, bullpen uncertainty and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 102: Hello, Orlando with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to kick off Spring Training, discuss Mike Moustakas and generally ramble about baseball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 101: February waiting game with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to catch up on the waiting game in free agency, preview the NL East and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 100: Chipper Jones, prospect lists and more with Carlos Collazo and Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America and TC's Eric Cole to commemorate our 100th episode with a discussion that includes Chipper Jones, top-100 lists, Ronald Acuna and plenty of ref...
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Episode 99: Cutting through the silence with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to discuss the dead silence of winter, Christian Yelich, Austin Riley and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 98: Prospect rankings and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to break down the site's prospect rankings, Christian Yelich and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 97: Slamming the door on 2017 with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to wrap up 2017 and look ahead to 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 96: Farewell, Matt Kemp with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the Matt Kemp trade and all of the fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 95: Winter Meetings primer with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to preview the Winter Meetings, discuss Julio Teheran and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 94: Real, live baseball chatter with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss non-tenders, Atlanta's bullpen, the new regime, Chris Archer and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 93: Unwrapping the mess with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to break down the MLB sanctions, Coppy's lifetime ban, 40-man decisions and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 92: Before the hammer drops with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the GM hire, wrap up the AFL and recklessly speculate about upcoming sanctions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 91: The Alex Anthopoulos Experience with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole for an emergency podcast to discuss the hire of Alex Anthopoulos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 90: GM candidates, Ender Inciarte and more with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Gaurav Vedak to discuss GM candidates, the Arizona Fall League, Ender Inciarte and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 89: Still waiting with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss the front office waiting game, the future at third base, Arizona Fall League, free agent theories and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
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Episode 88: News roundup, World Series and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss GM candidates, roster moves, the madness in the World Series and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 87: The Holding Pattern with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss coaching changes, Arizona Fall League, Lane Adams and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 86: Front office turmoil and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss the front office turmoil, John Hart's future, Brian Snitker's option and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 85: The John Coppolella bombshell with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to break down the wild day in Braves Country and what happens next in the aftermath of the John Coppolella resignation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
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Episode 84: 72 wins and a podcast with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to wrap up the final week of the 2017 season, discuss Brian Snitker, answer your questions and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Episode 83: One week to go with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America to discuss Kurt Suzuki, Tyler Flowers, R.A. Dickey, Brian Snitker, Ozzie Albies and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Episode 82: News, notes and a mid-September mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad flies solo to discuss the managerial situation, the future of the outfield, a fake trade and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad choices. ...
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Episode 81: Breaking down the rotation and more with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to discuss the 2018 rotation, Ozzie Albies, Dansby Swanson, the struggling bullpen and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music...
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Episode 80: Freddie Freeman, Max Fried and more with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's own Gaurav Vedak to discuss Freddie Freeman's wrist, the (near) end of the Minor League season, Max Fried's first start and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpre...
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Episode 79: Leaning into September with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's own Scott Coleman to look ahead to September. Topics include Ronald Acuna, Freddie Freeman, Dansby Swanson, September call-ups and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun....
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Episode 78: Fawning over Ronald Acuña and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's own Eric Cole to shower love on Ronald Acuña while also discussing Tyler Flowers, Andrelton Simmons, Dansby Swanson and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.c...
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Episode 77: Brian Snitker, Ozzie Albies and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's own Scott Coleman to discuss Ozzie Albies' promotion, Brian Snitker's job status, the Sean Rodriguez trade and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music...
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Episode 76: Jaime Garcia, Dansby Swanson and more with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South to wrap up the trade deadline, talk about Dansby Swanson and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about you...
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Episode 75: Pre-deadline mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad goes solo to discuss Jaime Garcia, Dansby Swanson, trade buzz, Jim Johnson and your listener questions. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad choices. V...
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Episode 74: Prospect rankings, trade chatter and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to break down our site's official prospect rankings, evaluate the trade winds and reflect positively on a weekend sweep. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress....
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Episode 73: Taking stock at the All-Star break with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to break down the first "half" of the season and look ahead to the stretch run. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad c...
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Episode 72: Ender Inciarte, Freddie Freeman debate and more with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Baseball America's Carlos Collazo to discuss Atlanta's hot streak, Ender Inciarte, Mike Foltynewicz and the great Freddie Freeman debate. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpres...
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Episode 71: The Freddie Freeman third base edition with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to break down Atlanta's strong play, Freddie Freeman playing third base, Johan Camargo and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn...
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Episode 70: Brandon Phillips, Mike Soroka and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Eric Cole to discuss a number of topics, including Brandon Phillips' strong play, the greatness of Mike Soroka, the 2017 MLB Draft and much more. Learn more about your ad cho...
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Episode 69: Sean Newcomb, MLB Draft and more with Matt Powers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Matt Powers to break down the MLB Draft to this point and additional topics include Sean Newcomb, Bartolo Colon, Matt Adams and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
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Episode 68: Julio Teheran, Adonis Garcia and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's Scott Coleman to discuss Julio Teheran's struggles, the Emilio Bonifacio era, Adonis Garcia's return and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
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Episode 67: Pitching woes and more with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by old pal Carlos Collazo to discuss Matt Kemp, Atlanta's sudden cold streak, starting pitching issues, Jim Johnson and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
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Episode 66: Freddie Freeman, Matt Adams and more with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Talking Chop's own Gaurav Vedak to discuss the Freddie Freeman injury, the Matt Adams trade, minor league story lines, Rio Ruiz and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
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Episode 65: Tyler Flowers, bench bats and more with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia of Awful Announcing to discuss Atlanta's recent play, Tyler Flowers' strong performance, the absence of bench bats, pushing prospects quickly and (much) more. Learn more...
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Episode 64: Recent futility, pitching woes and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss a brutal week of results, the woes of the pitching staff, Brian Snitker's public tactics and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/mus...
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Episode 63: Matt Kemp, Dansby's struggles and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss Atlanta's streaky nature, Dansby Swanson's struggles, Matt Kemp's hot bat and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more ...
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Episode 62: Major League struggles and Minor League hope with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss Atlanta's losing streak, Brian Snitker's managerial prowess, Freddie Freeman and a wide-ranging Minor League breakdown. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordp...
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Episode 61: SunTrust Park, Ender Inciarte and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the opening of SunTrust Park, a four-game winning streak, Ender Inciarte's sudden power surge and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com...
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Episode 60: Early season reactions with Cory McCartney and Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Cory McCartney and Zach Dillard of FOX Sports South to react to the first six games, take stock of where we are and discuss their new television venture, Chopcast Live. *Music by...
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Episode 59: Six games in the books from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad flies solo from an undisclosed location. Topics include the 1-5 start, Bartolo Colon, Matt Kemp's injury, the Ryan Howard signing and (much) more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.co...
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Episode 58: Opening Day roster, predictions and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by old friend Carlos Collazo for a final podcast before Opening Day. Topics include the Opening Day roster, minor league rotations and comprehensive predictions in advance of the 201...
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Episode 57: Rotation preview, position battles and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to break down the 2017 starting rotation, position battles on the bench and in the bullpen, Rio Ruiz's arrival timeline and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzij...
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Episode 56: Rotation unveiling, mailbag and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad goes solo to talk about the Braves unveiling the starting rotation, the return of Dansby Swanson and Julio Teheran and your mailbag questions. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/mu...
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Episode 55: The Lineup Preview, NCAA Tournament talk and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos preview the 2017 Atlanta Braves lineup, which is a nice way of saying they pour cold water on all of your offensive expectations for the team this season. They offer up a few though...
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Episode 54: Bullpen Preview, Ronald Acuna and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to break down the 2017 bullpen options. Beyond that, topics include Dustin Peterson's injury, strong starts from Ronald Acuna and Max Fried, the potential platoon at...
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Episode 53: The Bench Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos begin the 2017 preview series by taking a look at the Braves bench group. Warning: this is the scariest position group of the team by far. It's not pretty. We also touch on the Fang...
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Episode 52 (1 Year!): Spring Training talk, Baseball Prospectus' top 100 and the Mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's one year of the Talking Chop Podcast! Brad and Carlos celebrate by doing the same thing they do every week: talk about the Braves. We touch on Sean Rodriguez' injury, Jim Johnson and Arodys Vi...
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Episode 51: Breaking down the Brandon Phillips trade from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos spend a majority of the show breaking down the Braves trade for Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips. We give our thoughts on Phillips as a player at this point in his career, the o...
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Episode 50: A Candid Braves Conversation, with Kevin McAlpin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Braves Radio Network and 680 The Fan reporter Kevin McAlpin joins the show! Kevin breaks down what it's like being a Braves reporter in the offseason, gives us his thoughts on the team's winter mov...
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Episode 49: Analyzing Top 100 prospect lists, with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos are joined by Talking Chop's longest-tenured writer, and smartest person, Scott Coleman. The three start the podcast off with some chat about Braves legends Jeff Francoeur and Kris ...
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Episode 48: Kurt Suzuki, the Mallex Smith trade and prospect talk with Gaurav Vedak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos are joined by Gaurav Vedak, one of Talking Chop's own prospect savants. Topics include the Kurt Suzuki signing, Atlanta players in the World Baseball Classic and the Mallex Smith tr...
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Episode 47: Infield rumors, Freddie Freeman's status among first basemen and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos discuss Freddie Freeman's status among other MLB first baseman, talk a little bit about Matt Wisler and then jump into all the infield rumors that hit this week. To round out the sh...
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Episode 46: Ender Inciarte's extension, the biggest stories of 2016 and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos get together on New Year's day to talk about Ender Inciarte's contract extension, the constant Matt Wieters rumors, Freddie Freeman and the biggest Braves stories of 2016. After all...
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Episode 45: Preseason Top-25 prospect list and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by prospect guru Eric Cole to discuss John Danks, Mike Foltynewicz, TC's top-25 prospect list and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 44: Bye Tyrell Jenkins, Nationals thoughts and prospect list observations from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos give their thoughts on the Braves trading away Tyrell Jenkins, the Williams Perez release, what the Nationals are doing and how that impacts Atlanta, and then wrap things up with a ...
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Episode 43: Jaime Garcia, Chris Archer, Alex Jackson and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos discuss the latest Atlanta Braves trades, revisit Chris Archer and Chris Sale rumors, talk about catching options and briefly touch on the new CBA. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.w...
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Episode 42: Sean Rodriguez, Ozzie Albies and more with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia (Awful Announcing, The Comeback) to discuss Sean Rodriguez, trade rumors, Ozzie Albies, CBA negotiations and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/mus...
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Episode 41: Chris Sale, Fake Trades and more with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo to discuss trade rumors involving Chris Sale and Chris Archer, the pros and cons of Jason Castro, "untouchables" and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.word...
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Episode 40: The Bartolo Colon Show and more with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by TC's own Scott Coleman to discuss the signings of Bartolo Colon and R.A Dickey, options at catcher and whether the Braves could still pull the trigger on a big trade. *Music by ...
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Episode 39: Cubs vs. Braves, Jason Hammel, Ryan Weber and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad rolls solo to discuss the rebuild of the Cubs vs. the rebuild of the Braves, the free agent prospects of Jason Hammel, Ryan Weber's farewell, Kevin Maitan's near future and much more. *Music ...
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Episode 38: Gold Glove finalists, Arizona Fall League and more with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss Gold Glove finalists, Mallex Smith, Arizona Fall League, R.A. Dickey and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your...
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Episode 261: November is here from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss Adam Wainwright, Darren O'Day's club option, other news from the week, and Atlanta's 2020 bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
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Episode 37: Trade Candidates, "Off-Limits" Prospects and more with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo to create fake trade scenarios, evaluate "off-limits" prospects, talk about Brian McCann and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn ...
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Episode 260: One week later from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole and Scott Coleman to discuss the end of the 2020 season (with one week of perspective) before pivoting to off-season mode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Episode 36: Coaching Staff, 2017 Lineup and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad flies solo (from an airport) and topics include Brian Snitker, Ron Washington, pitching trades, 2017 lineup and much, much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn mor...
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Episode 259: The 2020 season ends with a Game 7 loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to recap a maddening Game 7 loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 35: 2016 Major League Recap with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to recap the entire 2016 Major League season, as well as to chat about the managerial situation. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more abou...
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Episode 258: Win or go home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss a Game 6 loss and look ahead to Game 7 of the NLCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 34: Turner Field send-off, Jim Johnson and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad rolls solo to discuss the end of the 2016 season and the farewell to Turner Field. In addition, Jim Johnson's contract extension and the managerial search are topics of conversation. *Music b...
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Episode 257: A two-run lead wasn’t enough from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss Atlanta's Game 5 loss to the Dodgers and Saturday's looming Game 6 matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 33: 2016 Minor League Recap with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to recap the entire 2016 season from a Minor League perspective, with other topics including the tragic passing of Jose Fernandez. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordp...
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Episode 256: The Bryse Wilson Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to breakdown a Game 5 win and a 3-1 lead for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 32: John Coppolella, A.J. Pierzynski's retirement and Matt Kemp with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo to talk about #AskCoppy, A.J. Pierzynski's weird "retirement", Matt Kemp, Rio Ruiz and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more a...
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Episode 255: A Game 3 to (hopefully) forget from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss a disastrous Game 3 for the Atlanta Braves before pivoting to Game 4 and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 31: Ozzie Albies, Third Base and Ender Inciarte with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to talk about Ozzie Albies' injury, Dansby Swanson, the future at third base, Ender Inciarte and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Lea...
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Episode 254: A 2-0 lead is a 2-0 lead from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss a Game 2 win for the Braves, even if things got more than a little bit tense in the bottom of the 9th inning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Episode 30: Tim Tebow and Labor Day mailbag from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is on his own for Labor Day weekend and we dig deep into the mailbag. Oh, and Tim Tebow is a thing. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Episode 253: The 9th inning was kind in Game 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the Atlanta Braves getting a Game 1 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in exciting fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...
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Episode 29: Freddie Freeman, Jeff Francoeur and 2017 rotation with Joe Lucia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Joe Lucia (Awful Announcing, The Comeback) to talk about Freddie Freeman, the Jeff Francoeur trade, Aaron Blair's struggles, the 2017 starting rotation and much more. *Music by l...
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Episode 252: Diving into the Dodgers and the NLCS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to preview the NLCS between the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 28: Dansby Swanson, Evan Longoria and LaGuardia Airport from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is stuck in LaGuardia Airport and rambling about the Atlanta Braves. Hide the women and children. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
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Episode 251: On to the NLCS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to discuss Atlanta's Game 3 (and series) win over the Marlins to reach the NLCS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 27: Andruw Jones, John Schuerholz and Dansby Swanson with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Carlos Collazo of MLB.com to talk about the Braves Hall of Fame inductions of Andruw Jones and John Schuerholz, as well as the MLB debut of Dansby Swanson. *Music by longzijun: l...
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Episode 250: A 2-0 NLDS lead appears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to break down a Game 2 win over the Marlins, led by Ian Anderson and Travis d'Arnaud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 26: Brian Snitker, 2017 position battles with Grant McAuley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game to talk about Brian Snitker, options at catcher and third base, Freddie Freeman and much more. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ ...
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Episode 249: Breaking down a comeback Game 1 win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to discuss Ronald Acuna, Travis d'Arnaud, Atlanta's bullpen and the Braves picking up a come-from-behind win in Game 1 against the Marlins. Learn more about...
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Episode 25: Yasiel Puig, Prospect Rankings and Coppy's magic with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to talk about Yasiel Puig, Matt Kemp, prospect rankings, Ender Inciarte and the magic of John Coppolella. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn mor...
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Episode 248: Previewing Braves-Marlins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman and Eric Cole to preview Atlanta's Wild Card NLDS match-up against the Miami Marlins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 24: Wrapping up the trade deadline with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to break down the Matt Kemp/Hector Olivera deal and everything from the 2016 MLB trade deadline. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more abou...
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Episode 247: The 19-year drought is no more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to commemorate a series victory and the end of a 19-year drought. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 23: Chris Sale, Prospect Updates and more, with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad welcomes Carlos back to the program with a grandiose episode. Topics include Chris Sale, Julio Teheran, prospect updates and the city of San Diego. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.c...
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Episode 246: Recapping a marathon Game 1 win (RE-PUBLISHED) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to recap Wednesday's Game 1 between the Braves and Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 22: Going solo to talk catchers, Hector Olivera and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad attempts to navigate a solo podcast for the first time. Topics include Hector Olivera, potential targets at catcher and September call-ups. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/...
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Episode 246: Recapping a marathon Game 1 win from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to recap Wednesday's Game 1 between the Braves and Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 21: 2016 First Half Review, with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Talking Chop's Scott Coleman to review the first half of the 2016 season for the Atlanta Braves. *Music by longzijun: longzijun.wordpress.com/music/ Learn more about your ad choi...
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Episode 245: Previewing Braves-Reds from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman and Eric Cole to preview Atlanta's Wild Card series battle against the Cincinnati Reds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 20: Ft. Bragg, Bud Norris and the International Signing Period, with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Talking Chop's Eric Cole to talk about the International Signing Period (Kevin Maitan!), the Bud Norris trade, Dansby Swanson, Ozzie Albies and, of course, the Ft. Bragg game. *...
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Episode 244: Wrapping up the regular season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman and Eric Cole to put a bow on the 2020 season, including Atlanta's third straight division title and Freddie Freeman's full-season MVP case. Learn more ...
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Episode 19: Nick Markakis, Kevin Maitan and pitching galore, with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South to discuss Nick Markakis, the start of International signing period (hello, Kevin Maitan) and just about every pitcher in the Atlanta Braves organ...
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Episode 243: Freddie Freeman... NL MVP? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to discuss the latest with the Atlanta Braves, from a dominant position in the NL East to the MVP case of Freddie Freeman. Learn more about your ad choi...
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Episode 18: The Braves are scorching hot, with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss the recent winning binge and how the newest additions to the Atlanta Braves farm system stack up against the incumbent talent. *Music by longzijun: longziju...
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Episode 242: Two weeks to go from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to break down a busy week, headlined by the return of Ozzie Albies, the brilliance of Ian Anderson and a 29-run explosion. Learn more about your ad choices....
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Episode 17: Reviewing the MLB Draft and more, with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss what the Braves chose to do in the 2016 MLB Draft and how the revolving door of Atlanta's middle infielders continues to churn. *Music by longzijun: lon...
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Episode 241: Surveying the landscape with Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Zach Dillard of Fox Sports South to take stock of Atlanta's situation as the stretch run nears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 16: MLB Draft preview and more, with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the first episode without Carlos, Eric Cole joins Brad, and the 2016 MLB Draft is prominently featured. We preview the festivities in full, and elsewhere, we talk about a rough week for young pi...
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Episode 240: Home runs and more home runs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to discuss a home run barrage, a positive week and a wild Friday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 15: Julio Teheran, Freddie Freeman, Statistics and a Podcast Update from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad break all records for podcast longevity in what is Carlos' final show. Topics include Julio Teheran's trade value, Freddie Freeman's slump, Nick Markakis' general lack of power and ...
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Episode 239: The trade deadline passes with a whimper from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Eric Cole to wrap up a quiet 2020 trade deadline for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 14: Fredi Gonzalez is gone, with Eric and Ivan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos is joined by Eric Cole and Ivan the Great to discuss the firing of Fredi Gonzalez, the upcoming draft, the offensive success we've seen in recent days and also tackle some of your questions ...
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Episode 238: Ian Anderson enthusiasm and Trade Deadline preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to preview the upcoming trade deadline and react to Ian Anderson’s debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 13: Matt Wisler and Mike Foltynewicz find success from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad come back after a week off to discuss the recent success of Matt Wisler and Mike Foltynewicz. The two touch on a multitude of other topics including Julio Teheran, Mallex Smith, Fre...
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Episode 237: To Pache, or not to Pache? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by TC’s Scott Coleman to discuss the handling of Cristian Pache, FanGraphs' trade value rankings and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 12: Promotions, demotions, the draft and minor league fun, with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad are joined by Eric Cole, who breaks down all the recent promotions and demotions we've had this week. We talk extensively about Jace Peterson before turning our eyes on the upcoming...
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An interview with former Braves outfielder Lane Adams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Talking Chop's Gaurav Vedek interviews former Braves outfielder Lane Adams. Note: This interview was originally conducted on video and can be viewed here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
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Episode 11: Young pitchers on the horizon, with Grant McAuley from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad are joined by 92.9 The Game Reporter Grant McAuley, who gives all sorts of insider information regarding the state of the Atlanta Braves. Big topics include Aaron Blair and Mike Fol...
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An interview with Braves prospect Michael Harris from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Talking Chop's Gaurav Vedek interviews 2019 draft pick Michael Harris. Note: This interview was originally conducted on video and can be viewed here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
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Episode 10: The Braves may never lose again, with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad are joined by Scott Coleman as the three break down Atlanta's series sweep of the Miami Marlins. The trio give their thoughts on Fredi Gonzalez, discuss the struggles of Eric Aybar,...
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Episode 236: Bouncing back after a skid from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss an up-and-down week for the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 9: The regular season is here & the Braves may never win again from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad talk about the first week of Major League play for the Braves... which wasn't that good. Among topics are the totally reliable statistics the team has compiled thus far, two players...
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Episode 8: Predicting Atlanta's finish in the NL East and bold player predictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad and Carlos reunite after a two week absence from doing the show together to talk about all the latest rumblings from Braves camp just ahead of Opening Day. With the start of the season so clos...
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Episode 235: Doubleheaders are fun from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss a glorious Sunday, lineup decisions, third base and all the latest news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 7: Eric Cole and Garrett Spain break down Braves prospects in spring training from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos is joined by Eric and Garrett to talk prospects, while Brad takes the week off. Topics include the Dansby Swanson and Ozhaino Albies situation, the John Gant bullpen rumors, Mallex Smith's o...
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Episode 234: No Soroka, no Albies, but at least we have Markakis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eric Cole is joined by Grant McAuley (680 The Fan, From The Diamond) to discuss injuries for Mike Soroka and Ozzie Albies, the return of Nick Markakis and much more. Learn more about your ad choice...
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Episode 6: Roster cuts, Freddie Freeman, March Madness and Unwritten Rules, with Demetrius Bell from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad are joined by Talking Chop manager Demetrius Bell for a plethora of topics including — but not limited to — the departure of Kyle Kendrick, Freddie Freeman's wrist, Hector Olivera's...
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Episode 233: Brutal news for Mike Soroka from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland checks in with an emergency episode to react to Mike Soroka's injury and its impact on the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 5: Ozzie Albies, Mallex Smith and Lineup Construction, with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad welcome Talking Chop veteran Scott Coleman to the podcast for the first time. The three discuss the first week of Spring Training, ponder the early efforts of Ozzie Albies and Malle...
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Episode 232: Starting August with a bang from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss Atlanta's winning streak, Mike Foltynewicz's status, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 4: The dangers of Kyle Kendrick and the allure of Jeff Francouer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad talk about the news coming out of Spring Training with Kris Willis. The conversation then steers towards Kyle Kendrick, the starting rotation and the return of Jeff Francoeur. We al...
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Episode 231: Welcome back, Nick Markakis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to react to the news that Nick Markakis is opting (back) in to the 2020 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 3: Spring Training and the Farm System, with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad discuss the farm system with Talking Chop prospect expert Eric Cole. Eric breaks down how he got involved in prospects and the minor leagues in general, as well as how he looks at a...
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Episode 230: Farewell, Mike Foltynewicz from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to react to the news that Mike Foltynewicz was designated for assignment on Monday evening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 2: Prospects and Sabermetrics, with Ivan the Great from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos and Brad welcome Ivan the Great onto the podcast for the first time. After talking about how pointless the Hank Aaron statue controversy seems, the discussion moves to the prospect rankings ...
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Episode 229: One series in the books from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to wrap up the opening series, discuss the expanded playoffs and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 1: Welcome to the Talking Chop Podcast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Carlos Collazo and Brad Rowland kick off the Talking Chop podcast for the 2016 season. They discuss the Braves' offseason so far, give their grades for it and then wonder who's going to be in Atlan...
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Episode 228: It's prediction time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole and Scott Coleman to deliver final predictions for the 2020 season, from the NL East to team MVP and Atlanta's projected record. Learn more about your ad choices...
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Episode 227: Nearing the opener from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss the latest with Yasiel Puig, Freddie Freeman, the 30-man roster and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 226: Hello, Yasiel from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to react to the (reported) news that Yasiel Puig will be joining the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 225: 12 days to go from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the latest on Cole Hamels, Atlanta's starting rotation, the 2021 MLB schedule and (much) more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
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Episode 224: Markakis opts out and MLB schedule release from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to react to the news that Nick Markakis will not play in 2020, as well as the MLB's schedule release. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 223: Major Braves news on the holiday from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to react to major news on July 4, from four Braves players testing positive for COVID-19 to Felix Hernandez choosing to opt out of the 2020 season. Learn mor...
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Episode 222: Dissecting Atlanta's 60-man player pool from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to discuss the unveiling of Atlanta's 60-man player pool and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 221: Welcome back, baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole and Scott Coleman to discuss the return of MLB, how the 2020 season will be different and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Episode 220: Emergency 'Baseball is Back' Reaction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland hosts a (quick) solo reaction episode after official word that the 2020 MLB season is... happening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 219: The never-ending cycle from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the latest on MLB's never-ending negotiations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 28 - Recapping the 2020 Braves Draft and being mad at Rob Manfred from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and Eric start off by voicing our deep displeasure with the state of the negotiations regarding the fate of the 2020 baseball season. Rob Manfred is essenti...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 27 - Breaking down the Braves' 2020 1st Round draft pick Jared Shuster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and Eric, just an hour after the pick or so, sit down to talk about what we know and think of the Braves' newest draft pick, Jared Shuster, as well as try t...
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Episode 218: Baseball standstill and MLB Draft primer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Eric Cole to weigh in on MLB's (stalled) negotiations and look ahead to this week's 2020 MLB Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 26 - Braves MLB Draft Previewcast with Matt Powers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode of Road to Atlanta, Matt and Eric turn their attentions away from the current state of the Braves' minor league system and towards the upcoming MLB Draft. This draft is going to be ...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 25 - Breaking Down the minor league cuts and changes with Matt Powers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this episode, the show returns after a long hiatus. We were wanting to do a show that previewed each minor league roster leading up to the season, but sadly Mother Nature had other plans and we ...
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Episode 217: Vote for baseball from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the latest on MLB's negotiations, hypothetical expansion protections and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 216: MLB Draft primer with Carlos Collazo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland is joined by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America to glance at the 2020 MLB Draft, from the impact of the five-round format to some players the Braves could target. Learn more about your...
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Episode 215: Inching toward baseball? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) is joined by Scott Coleman (@scottcoleman55) to discuss the latest on baseball's reopening and a reduced 2020 draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Episode 214: Plans and more plans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) is joined by Eric Cole and Scott Coleman to discuss the potential of baseball's reopening, a reported date for the 2020 MLB Draft, the 1995 World Series re-broadcast and m...
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Episode 213: Searching for baseball in Arizona from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the potential of baseball in Arizona, Atlanta's positive step to pay employees through May and much more. Learn more about your ad ch...
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Episode 212: Favorite Braves moments from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) is joined by Eric Cole (@leprekhan) to discuss the latest in the baseball world and some of their favorite moments in Atlanta Braves history. Learn more about your ad choi...
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Episode 211: Social distancing and the new MLB/MLBPA agreement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad Rowland (@BTRowland) is joined by Scott Coleman (@scottcoleman55) to discuss the strange world of social distancing, how we’re dealing with everything and a breakdown of the reported agreement...
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Episode 210: A profoundly odd time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss the odd period of life we find ourselves in, with thoughts on how it might impact the Braves and a look what's to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
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Episode 209: Position player preview and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to preview Atlanta's position players for the 2020 season and catch up on all the latest news with the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
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Episode 208: Rotation preview and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to preview the starting rotation and catch up on all the latest news from Spring Training and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 207: Bullpen preview and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to preview the bullpen and catch up on all the latest news with the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 206: Cole Hamels, mid-February tidbits and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss Cole Hamels, lists galore, MLB weirdness and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 205: Spring Training is coming from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to check in on the Braves before Spring Training arrives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 24 - Quick post-script on the Talking Chop Top 30 Prospect List from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Matt and Eric are joined by the newest member of the Talking Chop masthead to jump into the fray on the minor league side in Doc Herbert (co-host of the Platinum Sombrero podcast....make sure you s...
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Episode 204: Hello, Marcell Ozuna from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole in emergency fashion to break down the signing of Marcell Ozuna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 203: Waving goodbye to Josh Donaldson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to react to the news that Josh Donaldson is heading to Minnesota, with thoughts on the next steps for the Braves and (much) more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Episode 202: Playing the waiting game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to kick off 2020 and catch up on the latest with Josh Donaldson and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 201: All-Decade team with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard at the end of the 2010's to discuss the All-Decade team for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 23 - Offseason Braves MiLB mailbag time! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week we dive deep into some listener questions, and the subject of draft strategy was of particular interest. Whether a review of prior drafting tactics, recent draftees, or future targets the...
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Episode 200: Winters Meetings wrap and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the Winter Meetings, the return of Charlie Culberson and the latest buzz surrounding the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 22 - Getting caught up with the offseason, Rule 5 draft, and other MiLB shenanigans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We are BACK, welcome to the return of the Road To Atlanta podcast. We had to go a man down with Gaurav out this week, but our fearless host Eric Cole rallied the troops and Matt and Garrett joined ...
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Talking Chop Podcast Episode 199: Hello, Cole Hamels from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After more than a week of relative silence from the Atlanta Braves, the Talking Chop Podcast came together for a nice, quiet mailbag episode on Sunday. Within 24 hours, chaos returned and, on Wedne...
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Episode 198: Post-Thanksgiving mailbag and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the upcoming non-tender deadline and dive into the mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 197: Hello, Travis D'Arnaud (and Chris Martin) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to react to the signings of Chris Martin and Travis D'Arnaud, with a look at the rest of the off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 196: Hello, Will Smith....an emergency podcast with Eric and Scott from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eric Cole and Scott Coleman convene (without Brad) in emergency fashion to break down the signing of Will Smith. We first run down Josh Donaldson declining his qualifying offer because we are horri...
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Episode 195: Rotation review and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to break down the latest news and review the 2019 starting rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 194: The November news barrage from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss Atlanta's decisions with contract options and the other news of the day in early November. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 193: Bullpen review and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to break down the latest news and review the 2019 bullpen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 192: Welcome to the off-season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to kick off the off-season in style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 191: Reacting to a full-fledged disaster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss the horror that was Game 5 of the NLDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 190: NLDS Game 4 Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to break down Game 4 and look ahead to an elimination game on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 189: NLDS Game 3 Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman and Eric Cole to break down Game 3 of the NLDS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 188: NLDS Game 2 Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to break down Game 2 of the NLDS between the Braves and Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 187: NLDS Game 1 Recap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to react to Thursday's frustrating Game 1 in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 186: NLDS Preview and more from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman AND Eric Cole to preview the NLDS and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 185: Waving the NL East flag with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the NL East title, Freddie Freeman's injury, Mike Foltynewicz's rebound and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 184: Two weeks left with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to discuss injuries to Charlie Culberson and Johan Camargo, the return of Nick Markakis, Max Fried's recent struggles and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 21 - Wrapping up the 2019 Braves minor league season from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week’s episode, with Gaurav and Garrett unavailable, Matt and Eric have to go it alone to mourn the end of the minor league season together. It wasn’t all bad feelings though as we discusse...
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Episode 183: Making a September run with Scott Coleman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Scott Coleman to discuss the expanded roster and reflect on an important (and successful) week in September. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode 182: Labor Day optimism with Eric Cole from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Eric Cole to kick off September with general optimism about the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Road to Atlanta - Episode 20 - Talking Arizona Fall League rosters and listener mailbag questions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this week's episode of Road to Atlanta, Garrett and Eric first talk about their recent visits to Rome and which prospects impressed them the most. Spoilers: Michael Harris, Greg Cullen, and Bryc...
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Episode 181: Catching up with Zach Dillard from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brad is joined by Zach Dillard of FOX Sports South to discuss Atlanta's winning streak, injury updates, the bullpen and what the roster might look like in October. Learn more about your ad choices....
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Episode 1: Welcome to the Talking Chop Podcast from 2016-02-06T02:42:36
Carlos Collazo and Brad Rowland kick off the Talking Chop podcast for the 2016 season. They discuss the Braves' offseason so far, give their grades for it and then wonder who's going to be in Atlan...
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Episode 1: Welcome to the Talking Chop Podcast from 2016-02-06T02:42:36
Carlos Collazo and Brad Rowland kick off the Talking Chop podcast for the 2016 season. They discuss the Braves' offseason so far, give their grades for it and then wonder who's going to be in Atlan...
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