A certain SF Giants fan had a lot of fun at the Atlanta Braves vs Giants four game series; and (3:22) Andy Brown, British Sports Artist, talks Painting Baseball Stadiums and Traveling.

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164 - Andy Brown

The Atlanta Braves were able to bring home a winning record on their 10-game road trip, but were hit with a barrage of injuries in the process.

Grant McAuley discusses how the latest injury issues could affect Atlanta's stretch drive, with none bigger than the uncertainty surrounding third baseman Austin Riley. He was hit by a pitch on the right hand and is set to undergo further testing as the club returns home. Between that, Jorge Soler's hamstring issue, and potential season-ending surgery for A.J. Minter, it was a tough stretch for the club on the health front.

Not all was doom and gloom, however. Chris Sale continued his run of dominance this season and could be poised to do something no Braves pitcher has done since 1889! Teammate Marcell Ozuna is also in the running for a pretty special distinction if he can finish strong over the final six weeks. Atlanta is set to welcome Reynaldo Lopez back from the IL this week and benefiting from the play of two injury replacements -- Whit Merrifield and Ramon Laureano. The legend of Grant Holmes continued against the Giants and Charlie Morton reached a major strikeout milestone as well on this trip. We'll get into that and much more in "This Week in Braves Baseball."

Special guest Brad Rowland of Hammer Territory joins the show to discuss the road trip, the injuries and what's ahead for the Braves as the get set for a showdown with the Philadelphia Phillies this week at Truist Park. Be sure to subscribe to Hammer Territory wherever you get your podcasts.

Also, from the archives this week, Braves great Dale Murphy shares his memories and the rationale behind the 1990 trade that sent him to the Phillies some 34 years ago. Hear the inside story from the man himself!

All of that and a trip around the big leagues on this edition of the show!

From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta every weekend. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Atlanta Braves trying to weather another injury storm to secure their spot in the postseason

Ryan Lavoie, Tom Peavy, and Kam Berry discuss the Braves after another devastating injury to the starting lineup, preview their expectations of the Big 12, and give their Best and Worst of The Weekend!

Enjoy this Monday's edition of SportsCall!

Hour 1
7:40 - Austin Riley Injury Update
17:41 - Phone Calls
Hour 2
51:11 - Auburn Backup QB Battle
1:17:46 - Birthdays in Sports
1:24:18 - Big 12 Preview
Hour 3
1:35:20 - SportsCall 5 @ 5 (Big 12 Preview cont.)
1:56:34 - Big 12 Championship Matchup
1:58:08 - Big 12 Playoff Scenarios
2:07:19 - Best and Worst of The Weekend
2:15:38 - Nightly TV Guide

SportsCall 8.19.24

The Atlanta Braves finished off a winning homestand but now face another big challenge as they hit the road against two more teams with their focus set on October.

Grant McAuley recaps an eventful week for the Braves, who lost All-Star third baseman Austin Riley to a fractured right hand, the latest in a string of injuries to key players this season. Riley and manager Brian Snitker discussed this latest setback this week. 

Will the acquisition of Gio Urshela be enough to hold down the hot corner? Can Atlanta steer clear of any major injuries moving forward? The answer was murky after Michael Harris II was hit by a pitch on his left hand on Sunday, though he has appeared to have dodged a major malady for the moment.

Brandon Gaudin of Bally Sports joins the show to size up where the Braves are, the standout work by several injury replacements, and preview the upcoming road trip which includes a stop in Minnesota and the final regular season showdown with the first place Phillies.

You'll also hear from Braves reliever Pierce Johnson, who discusses the impact of losing A.J. Minter for the season, the strong work from the Atlanta bullpen this year, and the mindset of the team moving forward.

Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio joins the show to discuss the latest in a long line of accomplishments for Shohei Ohtani, who joined the 40-40 club over the weekend, the chances of a 50-50 season, and size up some of the races in the American League.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues on this edition of the show!

From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta every weekend. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

The one where we discuss August and everything after for the Atlanta Braves

Ryan Lavoie, Tom Peavy, and Brooks Childress go in depth with Auburn football's 2024 Depth Chart, check in on the Atlanta Braves, and give predictions for the first 12 team College Football Playoff.

Enjoy this Tuesday edition of SportsCall!!!

0:51 - Show Open
7:25 - Auburn Football Depth Chart
23:06 - Orthopaedic Clinic Phone Line
44:18 - Birthdays in Sports
52:20 - Hour 2 Open
56:22 - Auburn Football Depth Chart Part 2
1:17:39 - Atlanta Braves Update
1:29:17 - Phone Calls
1:40:38 - Hour 3 Open
1:41:11  - CFP Predictions
2:15:11 - Nightly TV Guide

SportsCall 8.27.24

After dropping a series in frustrating fashion to first place Philadelphia, the Atlanta Braves must regroup over the final month to secure a spot in the postseason.

Grant McAuley discussed the series against the Phillies, waning division title hope, the wild card picture, some offensive trends for several key players that are encouraging for some and require improvement for others. We'll also turn our attention to the Wild Card race, which has five viable contender for three spot, with Atlanta right in the middle of all these teams.

Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution checks in from Philadelphia, where the Braves dropped 3-of-4 with a pair of games slipping through their fingers in the hard-fought series. They discuss that series, the wild card hopefuls, and update the status of All-Star second baseman Ozzie Albies.

In our trip around the big leagues, a pair of Scott Boras clients have differing feelings about their free agency last winter, the son of a longtime major league manager makes his major league debut, and Jaylon Thompson of the Kansas City Star joins the show to chat about the upstart Kansas City Royals, led by MVP candidate Bobby Witt Jr. and eyeing a spot in October for the first time in a decade.

From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta every weekend. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Will it be a September to remember for the Atlanta Braves?

Ryan Lavoie, Tom Peavy, and Brooks Childress continue to breakdown Auburn Football's week one win and review August's Monthly Predictions. 

Enjoy this Tuesday edition of SportsCall!!!

0:51 - Show Open
5:25 - Auburn Football
21:50 - Birthdays in Sports
26:35 - Orthopaedic Clinic Phone Line
40:47 - Florida State Done?
49:33 - Hour 2 Open
50:09 - AP Poll reaction
1:03:25 - Hugh Freeze Press Conference
1:27:16 - Freeze Presser reaction
1:35:18 - Hour 3 Open
1:35:44 - Southeast Land Group 5 @ 5
1:45:52 - Phone Calls
2:04:10 - Monthly Predictions
2:13:15 - Nightly TV Guide

SportsCall 9.3.24

Brooks Childress, and Tom Peavy continue to breakdown Auburn football's loss to Cal as well as check in on the Braves and the rest of the SEC. 

Enjoy this Tuesday edition of SportsCall!!!

0:51 - Show Open
7:34 - Freeze Comments Reaction
22:54 - Birthdays in Sports
31:53 - Orthopaedic Clinic Phone Line
41:22 - Atlanta Braves check up
49:13 - Hour 2 Open
57:13 - Phone Calls
1:02:37 - Hugh Freeze Presser
1:34:28 - Hour 3 Open
1:35:55 - Southeastern Land Group 5 @ 5
1:38:38 - Phone Calls
2:07:48 - SEC Week 2 Round up

SportsCall 9.10.24

The Atlanta Braves come down the stretch in a four-way battle for one of three Wild Card spots in the National League. Can they find the offense to back up the stellar pitching and secure their place in the postseason?

Grant McAuley discusses the latest goings on for the Braves, which includes their path to the playoffs. With the New York Mets, San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks all battling it out and with head-to-head meetings still to come, this four-team race could come down to the final series of the season. The Braves offense has been particularly down in September and need to course correct to support the pitching staff which is the best in Major Leagues. We'll dive into the numbers and highlight some key players who could help Atlanta make a run to and through October.

Whit Merrifield returned to the Braves lineup despite suffering a fractured left foot. Hear from the Atlanta second baseman on why getting back in the lineup was so important to him. Meanwhile, reliever A.J. Minter discusses his season-ending surgery, time in a Braves uniform, and his mindset heading into free agency.

Heidi Watney of AppleTV joins the show to discuss the big weekend showdown between the Braves and Dodgers, the similarities between both teams this season, the incredible numbers of Shohei Ohtani, and the final playoff push for the NL Wild Card spots.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues on this edition of From The Diamond!

From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta every weekend. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Atlanta Braves' hunt for October coming down to the wire

Locked in a four-way battle for one of three Wild Card spots, the Atlanta Braves have just a week remaining to punch their ticket to the postseason.

Grant McAuley takes you through the week that was for the Braves, one that included the maddeningly inconsistent offense and some missed opportunities to beat lesser teams that could loom large this time of year. With several big bats finally getting hot, can Atlanta get on track in the final few series of the regular season and find its way into October? Will the return of Ozzie Albies benefit the club in more ways than one? Can anyone stop Chris Sale from earning his first career Cy Young.

With Shohei Ohtani's history-making performance in establishing the 50-50 club, we look back on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s historic 40-70 season, what the two have in common, why comparison is the thief of joy, and what having this style of baseball back in the mainstream means to the game itself.

And with their rivalry rekindled can the Braves and Mets write another memorable chapter this week as they clash at Truist Park with a playoff spot on the line? Adam Gold of 99.9 The Fan in Raleigh joins the show to discuss.

All of that and a trip around the big leagues on this edition of From The Diamond!

From The Diamond airs live on 92-9 The Game in Atlanta every weekend. You can also subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Every episode of the show and more great Braves coverage is available at FromTheDiamond.com.

Down the stretch they come, can the Atlanta Braves reach October?

Ryan Lavoie, Tom Peavy, and Brooks Childress continue to breakdown all the stories following Auburn football's loss to Arkansas and field your phone calls!!!

Enjoy this Tuesday edition of SportsCall!!!

0:51 - Show Open
6:04 -  Orthopaedic Clinic Phone Line
47:38 - Hour 2 Open
48:04 - Auburn Football's future
56:23 - Phone Calls
1:35:16 - Hour 3 Open
1:35:16 - Bryan Matthews Interview
1:50:45 - Phone Calls
2:10:27 - Atlanta Braves Check In
2:15:23 - Nightly TV Guide

SportsCall 9.24.24

In this solo episode, we ask: Why did Commissioner Rob Manfred force the Atlanta Braves and NY Mets to play a double header the day before the playoffs start? (4:34) What baseball stadiums did you attend this season? (9:16) Why did Manfred set a bad legal precedent and waive the $300 million relocation fee for John Fisher and the Oakland Athletics? (10:51) Will the 88-year-old Jerry Reinsdorf move the Chicago White Sox to Nashville, or will he take the White Sox with him to the afterlife like an Egyptian Pharoah? (14:15) Nothing says baseball like Dominican baseball teams playing outside on a cold November New York City day; (15:51) Are you ready for Playoff Baseball Previews?

Drink: Rare Luxe (Sparkling Wine) from Luc Belaire in Burgundy, France

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167 - Happy 2024 Playoffs

Sports with Rod 10-2-2024 …Nobody does Sports, like Rod Fitwell. Nobody …Thoughts about the first day of the MLB Playoffs …Von Miller Bye-Bye …Worst Joke Wednesday

Sports with Rod 10-2-2024 …Nobody does Sports, like Rod Fitwell. Nobody

You know that feeling when you see a player on your team, and you just know he's going to be a legend? That's Freddie Freeman. This guy isn't just a great baseball player; he's a symbol of consistency, class, and connection with two different franchises: the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers. From hitting dingers to winning championships, Freddie's story is one for the books, and it's still being written! Let's take a journey through his career, exploring what makes him so special to fans in Atlanta and Los Angeles.

Freddie Freeman

With the Winter Meetings now in the rearview mirror, the Atlanta Braves still have significant work to do in order to shape their roster for the upcoming season.

Grant McAuley returns from Dallas to share some insight and converation at MLB's annual summit. You'll hear from Braves manager Brian Snitker on his outlook for the club thus far this winter and anticipating the returns of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider.

Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins the show to unpack Atlanta's needs, potential fits, the work ahead for GM Alex Anthopoulos, the luxury tax ramifications for Atlanta, and much more on this edition of From The Diamond.

Unpacking the 2024 Winter Meetings for the Atlanta Braves

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