Caleb and Joe take a look at the news that William Contreras will play some minor league games in right field and potentially second and third base, all in an attempt to get his bat in the Braves lineup. The guys discuss Contreras defensive liabilities behind the plate and how that likely influenced this move.
Joe and Caleb are back this week breaking down the batting lineup and how this offense looks better than a year ago. The guys also predict an Opening Day starter and take a look at a player most Braves fans have forgotten. Intro chat - 0 - 4:30 Morton Update and Opening Day Starter - 4:30 - 10:25 Spencer Strider and young arms - 10:25-18:01 6 man rotation - 18:03-19:32 Player news (Waters, Webb, Acuna) - 19:41-21:15 Acuna position - 21:15 - 22:52 Lineup overall thoughts - 36:17 - 44:26 Ozuna bac...
634 4334 Caleb and Joe are back this week to first put to bed hopefully the last talk around Freddie Freeman and his introduction to LA. The guys then look at who has joined the Braves in the last week along with who has left. Finally, the guys take a look at the pitching staff and what changes could be made heading into Opening Day.
Joe and Caleb are back this week to discuss a moment many thought would never happen...the end of the Freddie Freeman era as the Braves trade for Matt Olson. The guys break down what the Braves give up plus the ramifications of having a Freddie size hole on your team. All in all the guys give their raw emotions on a day that should have excitement with trading for an All-Star.
Caleb and Joe begin Batter Up in 2022 with Major League Baseball and the players association reaching a deal to bring the game back in April. The guys work through their feelings about labor negotiations along with all the new rules that will be implemented this season and beyond. Naturally, the guys touched on what can and should happen with Freddie Freeman now that free agents can sign with teams. We're back every Monday of the season!
Caleb Johnson and Knox Bardeen breakdown a frustrating Braves loss in Game 5 of the World Series. The guys look at Manager Brian Snitker's decision to start Tucker Davidson and whether he was left in the game too long. Caleb and Knox then preview Game 6 in Houston.
Following the Braves 3-2 over the Houston Astros in the World Series, Chis, Calab and Knox react to the win and get the reaction from Braves fans!
In Hour 2 of the 92-9 the Game Atlanta Braves World Series Game 3 Recap Show, Chris Goforth, Caleb Johnson, and Knox Bardeen are joined by Braves Insider Joe Patrick as he deciphers Brian Snitker's postgame press conference after Chris, Caleb, and Knox talked about the role the weather played in Game 3.
In Hour 1 of the 92-9 the Game Atlanta Braves World Series Game 3 Recap Show, Chris Goforth, Caleb Johnson, and Knox Bardeen discuss how the Braves won Game 3 at Truist Park, whether Brian Snitker's decision to remove Ian Anderson from his no-hit bid was the right move, and whether Travis d'Arnaud is the front-runner for World Series MVP.
Caleb and Joe are back this week as the Braves prepare for their first World Series appearance since 1999. The guys look back at how Atlanta finished the job in the NLCS at home against the Dodgers and also look ahead to Game 1 of the World Series in Houston.
Joe and Caleb react to the Braves suffering a gut wrenching loss to the Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLCS in which Atlanta held a three run lead in the 8th inning. The guys debate game management decisions along with how fans can look at things going forward.
Joe and Caleb are back after the Braves advance to the NLCS in dramatic fashion as Freddie Freeman's 8th inning home run closes out game four. The guys give their thoughts on whether the Giants or Dodgers would be best for the Braves ability to advance. The guys also look at roster decisions with Jorge Soler likely to miss extended time.
Caleb and Joe react to a second straight Braves win over the Brewers that gives Atlanta the chance to take the series at home on Tuesday. The guys also discuss the pitching options manager Brian Snitker has for game four.
Joe and Caleb react to the Braves evening the NLDS with the Brewers, winning 3-0. Atlanta now comes home with the chance to finish the series.
Caleb and Joe react following the final out of Game 1 against the Brewers which the Braves lose 2-1. The guys also react to the somewhat surprising playoff roster.
Joe and Caleb take a look at how the Braves went from surely missing the playoffs at the trade deadline to winning the National League East. The guys also look at the upcoming NLDS series against the Brewers and who should make the roster
On this week's episode Caleb and Joe look at the concerns of Braves starting rotation heading into the final 20 games of the regular season. The guys also discuss the latest news around Marcell Ozuna and how it will effect the Braves sooner rather than later.
On this week's episode Caleb and Joe dive into Charlie Morton receiving a new contract while being one of the most stable arms in the Braves rotation. The guys look at how quickly a six man rotation can turn into four. Finally the guys look at the Braves upcoming schedule in a tight pennant race with Philly.
Joe and Caleb are back to look at the Braves final few weeks of the regular season and their current lead in the NL East. The guys question whether the starting rotation can remain as is, along with the outfield's new shuffle of bodies. Finally the guys give General Manager Alex Anthopolous his credit after the trade deadline pieces continue to catapult this team towards success.
Joe and Caleb are back this week to talk about the Braves finally reaching then surpassing the elusive .500 mark. The guys also dive into the impact the newest trade deadline pieces are making on this team and giving credit to General Manager Alex Anthoplous.
Joe and Caleb are back this week to talk about the recent dominant performances of young Braves pitchers combined with a mixed bag of wins and losses. The guys look at recent injuries and guys returning. Finally, the guys debate what will happen as the trade deadline is a week away.
Caleb and Joe are back this week to discuss the Braves two trades that bring in an outfielder and back up catcher. The guys look at the latest bullpen struggles since the All-Star Break and whether there's enough promise for more moves from Alex Anthopolous.
This week Caleb and Joe breakdown the horrible news that Ronald Acuna Jr is lost for the next 9-10 months with a torn ACL. The guys discuss the long term and short term effects to the team and overall talk through the pain.
Caleb and Joe are back this week with what seems to be a broken record...the Braves are splitting series and playing average. The guys discuss some potential positive and negative moves that could be made based on how this team performs up until the trade deadline.
Joe and Caleb are back to talk Braves after another lack luster performance where Atlanta split their past six games. Adding injury to insult (literally) the guys talk about the Mike Soroka and Tucker Davidson news. Finally the guys end on the tough reality of what happens if the Braves don't turn their season around.
Caleb and Joe are back as the Braves come off back-to-back double headers. The guys discuss how it's been much of the same for Atlanta and whether splitting series will be enough to make it to the post season
Joe and Caleb are back to talk the latest with the Braves (which has been mostly bad) and whether and moves will be made at the trade deadline. The guys also dive into the highly debated topic of foreign substances in MLB and how the league should handle them versus how it will likely be handled.
On this week's episode Joe and Caleb have the uncomfortable conversation around the Marcell Ozuna situation and what it means for the Braves future. The guys also talk about a very short week of actual games played, plus the other bad news of the week that included Mike Soroka.
In this week's episode Caleb and Joe break down a week of winning for the Braves, but are cautious based on the opponent. The guys wonder if the recent offensive streak is something that can sustain. Separately, the guys look at the Diamond on the Diamond of the week Austin Riley and whether he is a serious All-Star candidate.
On this week's episode Joe and Caleb lament the latest struggles for the Braves that include multiple injuries on top of poor performances. Caleb illustrates his experience as a fan in stadium for the first time this season, while both the guys give their thoughts on the gruesome Kevin Pillar injury. The guys wrap up looking at the optimism of Tucker Davidson along with the diamond player of the week.
