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Battery Power: for Atlanta Braves fans

The official home for audio programming from Battery Power, SB Nation's community for fans of the Atlanta Braves.

Episodes

Battery Power Podcast: A farewell and a major announcement

We are sure that you have heard by now, but this is the final episode of the Battery Power Podcast. Before we sign off, we’d like to thank everyone that took the time to listen and subscribe over the years. The podcast had a great run at SB Nation, but we are excited for the future.The podcast will live on as part of the Foul Territory network under the new name Hammer Territory. The first episode is available now and you can find it and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.We thank all of you...

May 03, 202413 min

PTBNL Episode 76: Opening Season Successes and Adventures

Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert discuss the early season weather adventures and successes of the Braves, including some great performances from the starting rotation and the bottom of the batting order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 04, 202439 min

Episode 442: An opening series victory in Philadelphia

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 442 of the Battery Power Podcast, and the show dives into the opening series win for the Atlanta Braves, Sean Murphy's injury, hot starts for Ozzie Albies and Michael Harris, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 01, 202447 min

PTBNL Episode 75: Jesse Chavez completes Braves’ Opening Day roster, Phillies preview and more

Kris and Stephen are back with another episode of the Podcast to be Named Later. In this week’s episode, Jesse Chavez being back with the club and what it means for the bullpen plus the release of the Opening Day roster. The guys also talk about the bench roles as things currently sit, a preview of the Phillies series, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 202433 min

Episode 441: The 2024 Braves season is upon us

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 441 of the Battery Power Podcast, and the show delivers final predictions and previews for the Atlanta Braves 2024 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 20241 hr 7 min

DH 3-25: Season Preview with Lang Whitaker

Shawn Coleman welcomes author and sports personality Lang Whitaker to preview the 2024 season for the Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 202430 min

Episode 440: Braves roster takes shape as Opening Day looms

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 440 of the Battery Power Podcast, and the show reacts to the Atlanta Braves unofficially setting their roster for Opening Day in 2024. In addition, the conversation touches on the addition of Adam Duvall and, in a special edition, the 2024 NCAA Tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 20241 hr 6 min

PTBNL Episode 74: Opening Day roster, bullpen decisions and more

Kris and Stephen are back with another episode of the Podcast to be Named Later. In this week’s episode, the guys discuss the latest updates in the 5th starter competition and where things look to be headed late in camp. The guys also talked about where the bench currently sits, is the bullpen already set, and could the team still add some outside talent before the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 14, 202458 min

Episode 439: Previewing the Braves rotation and more

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 439 of the Battery Power Podcast, and the show focuses on the 2024 starting rotation for the Atlanta Braves, including Spencer Strider, Max Fried, Chris Sale, Charlie Morton, Reynaldo Lopez, Bryce Elder, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 20241 hr 18 min

Episode 438: Ronald Acuña Jr.’s knee and outfield preview

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 438 of the Battery Power Podcast. The show begins with the latest on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s knee before diving deep into the 2024 outfield for the Atlanta Braves, including Acuña Jr., Michael Harris, Jarred Kelenic, and (designated hitter) Marcell Ozuna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 20241 hr 14 min

PTBNL Episode 72: Chris Sale’s spring debut, Tyler Matzek and more

Kris and Stephen are back with another episode of the Podcast to be Named Later. In this episode, the guys look back at the strong spring debuts for Chris Sale and Max Fried, including Sale hitting 97 in his first appearance for the Braves. The guys also discussed the hot start for Michael Harris, some interesting defensive choices so far, and how some other teams around baseball look going into 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 01, 202444 min

Daily Hammer 2-28: Early Spring Storylines

Shawn Coleman dives into the early storylines from Spring Training for the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 29, 202417 min

Battery Power Podcast: Talking Braves prospects with Smith Brickner of Baseball Prospectus

In a special episode of the Battery Power Podcast, Kris Willis is joined by Smith Brickner of Baseball Prospectus to discuss the Atlanta Braves farm system. Smith helped author Baseball Prospectus’ Top 10 Braves preseason list which had Hurston Waldrep ranked as the team’s top prospect. In addition to Waldrep, Smith gave his thoughts on AJ Smith-Shawver, Owen Murphy and Spencer Schwellenbach. He also discussed Ignacio “Nacho” Alvarez and whether or not he thinks he can stick at shortstop long te...

Feb 27, 202442 min

Episode 437: Previewing the 2024 Braves infield and more

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 437 of the Battery Power Podcast, diving deep into the 2024 infield for the Atlanta Braves, including Sean Murphy, Travis d'Arnaud, Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Austin Riley, and Orlando Arcia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 20241 hr

DH 2-19: Early Notes from Spring Training

Shawn Coleman looks at some notable developments from the first day of Spring Training, including the arrival of Ronald Acuna Jr. and the positive initial reports of health for Chris Sale, Tyler Matzek and others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 202417 min

PTBNL Episode 70: Fifth starter competition, bench options and more

Kris and Stephen are back with another episode of the Podcast to be Named Later. In this episode, the guys welcome back the start of Spring Training 2024 as the club descends on North Port, Florida this week. The guys covered the state of the 5th starter job and the overall construction of the bench as key storylines this spring, as well as who on the current roster has the best chance to be a life-long Brave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 15, 202452 min

PTBNL Episode 69: Season projections, Spring Training storylines and more

Kris Willis is joined this week by Grant McAuley for episode 69 of the Podcast to be Named Later. The guys discuss the preseason PECOTA and FanGraphs projections that have the Atlanta Braves as overwhelming favorites to win the World Series. They wonder if the projections are sleeping on the Philadelphia Phillies and also take a look at the rest of the NL East. Pitchers and catchers will be reporting to North Port next week and Grant will be in Florida for all of the early action. The Braves don...

Feb 09, 202428 min

Episode 436: Previewing the 2024 Braves bullpen

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 436 of the Battery Power Podcast, diving deep into the 2024 bullpen for the Atlanta Braves, including Raisel Iglesias, AJ Minter, Reynaldo Lopez, Tyler Matzek, the group's overall projection, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 05, 20241 hr 16 min

Episode 435: On February’s doorstep

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 435 of the Battery Power Podcast, peeking ahead to the month of February, discussing Braves Fest, Max Fried's future, Spencer Strider's title-or-bust comments, Huascar Ynoa, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 29, 202449 min