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AJC Braves Report podcast: What happened to the Braves in 2022 Oct 24, 2022

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The Braves had their first 100-win season in almost 20 years but could only manage one win in the postseason. So how did something that looked so go, turn out so bad?

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano, columnist Mark Bradley and Jay Black look back at all that happened in 2022.

Our team will discuss what went right in the regular season, what went wrong in October, should the Braves have done anything differently in the NLDS and how this year should be remembered.

Plus, we will also look at the new playoff format, the emergence of the next wave of Baby Braves and our thoughts on Matt Olson’s first season.

We will also answer your many questions in the Ask Justin segment.

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AJC Braves Report podcast: The Braves' season crashes to an end against the Phillies Oct 16, 2022

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They were the first Braves team in almost 20 years to win 100 games. But in the postseason, Atlanta was only able to add one more and now the season is over.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano, columnist Michael Cunningham, features reporter Gabriel Burns and Jay Black discuss how Atlanta suffered another October upset.

Our crew will look at why the Phillies truly dominated this series, why the Braves bats went so cold and how much the new playoff format affected Atlanta.

We will also dig into what’s next for the Braves and will Dansby Swanson be part of it.

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- Five observations on the Braves’ loss to the Phillies in the NLDS

- This time, Braves were part of someone else’s storybook run

- Braves’ Dansby Swanson said future isn’t on his mind right now

- ‘I’m speechless’: Braves grapple with season ending long before they expected

- Braves’ Brian Snitker: ‘We ran into a really hot team’

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Braves backs are against the wall against the Phillies Oct 15, 2022

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When the Braves won the 2021 World Series, they did not face an elimination game. This year, they’ll have to save their season in a very hostile environment.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and features reporter Gabriel Burns discuss what went wrong in Atlanta’s 9-1 loss to the Phillies.

Our team will dig into what caused Spencer Strider to hit the wall in the third inning, why Atlanta’s offense is struggling and what to expect from Charlie Morton in Game 4.

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- ‘Backs against the wall’: Braves facing elimination after Game 3 loss in NLDS

- Braves’ Spencer Strider hammered by Phillies in NLDS Game 3

- Braves’ Brian Snitker: ‘It’s kind of unchartered territory’

- Braves’ Charlie Morton ready for Game 4 of NLDS

- Tough October for Braves rookies who sparked them this season

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Kyle Wright’s dominance draws the Braves even with Phillies in NLDS Oct 13, 2022

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Kyle Wright backed up his breakout season with a clutch outing and the Braves finally got the two-out hits they needed to pull even in the NLDS

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black dig into the major moments of Game 2.

Our crew will discuss how Wright delivered when the Braves had to have it, how the Braves managed to win a game without a homer and Ronald Acuna’s status after getting hit in the sixth inning.

Plus, a look at Game 3 and why Brian Snitker still hasn’t named a starter yet and we answer some of your questions in our “Ask Justin” segment.

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- ‘Confident’ Kyle Wright thrives under pressure for Braves

- The resourceful Braves turn a taut Game 2 into a vital NLDS victory

- ‘We just never lose the faith’: Braves even NLDS with Game 2 win over Phillies

- Swanson, Riley turn in spectacular defensive plays in needed Braves NLDS win

- Braves’ unconventional sixth inning vs. Phillies ‘beauty of playoff baseball’

- Braves’ Kyle Wright does what’s needed to even NLDS

- Braves star Ronald Acuña suffers no structural damage when hit by pitch

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Braves start the NLDS in another hole Oct 12, 2022

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Last year the Braves dropped their postseason opener and the rest was history. But will history repeat itself after a 7-6 loss to the Phillies in Game 1?

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano, sports journalist Gabe Burns and Jay Black discuss what went wrong on Tuesday afternoon.

You’ll hear Max Fried explain his worst start of the season and if his recent bout with the flu is still an issue.

Plus, our team will discuss why Atlanta couldn’t get a big hit until the ninth inning and if the five-day layoff was an issue.

We will also look ahead to Game 2.

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- Braves can’t complete comeback in Game 1 loss to Phillies

- Braves’ Max Fried doesn’t attribute poor start to flu. ‘I didn’t do my job’

- The Braves lose Game 1. Time to fret? Nope

- Five observations from Braves’ Game 1 loss to Phillies in NLDS

- Underdog Phillies immediately show Braves this won’t be easy

- Inside the box score: NLDS Game 1 - Phillies 7, Braves 6

- Braves to face Smyrna native Zack Wheeler in Game 2 vs. Phillies

- Game times set for rest of Braves-Phillies NLDS

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Braves vs Phillies NLDS preview Oct 10, 2022

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The Braves spent the entire regular season fighting to grab the National League East crown. Now they will start the postseason against the other team they had to climb over to win the division.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black break down how Atlanta matches up with Philadelphia ahead of Tuesday’s NLDS opener.

Our team will also discuss how the Braves are handling their five days off, how the rotation will set up, if Spencer Strider will be ready and much more.

Count on new episodes after every game this postseason. So follow the Braves Report podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss one. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play the Braves Report podcast.”

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- How the Braves built a well-oiled machine that could be here to stay

- Braves will play Phillies, who eliminated Cardinals

- Braves-Phillies NLDS schedule

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AJC Braves Report podcast: The Braves are NL East champions again Oct 05, 2022

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The comeback is complete. For the fifth straight season, the Braves are champions of the National League East.

In this special edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black take you inside the victorious locker room as Atlanta celebrates another division championship.

You’ll hear from some of the players and manager Brian Snitker’s about finally finishing off the Mets and overcoming a 10.5 game deficit.

Our crew will also discuss the possible opponents in the NLDS and how the Braves will handle their five days off.

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- Five observations on win that clinched Braves’ fifth straight NL East crown

- ‘This is special’: Braves embrace latest NL East title, ready for another postseason run

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Braves pull off a special sweep against the Mets Oct 03, 2022

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It took a little longer than they planned, but the Braves have finally taken command of the N.L. East for the fifth straight season.

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and sports journalist Gabe Burns join Jay Black to discuss what appears to be the finishing touches of a historic division comeback.

Our team will also dig into how Atlanta used its power and its bullpen to separate itself from New York. Plus, we will look at how this team bounced back from huge those huge deficits in June and August to knock the magic number down to one.

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- Braves sweep Mets and are on verge of fifth straight NL East crown

- Braves start October by dominating Mets in ‘emotional’ series

- ‘That’s what we live for’: Braves’ Kenley Jansen gearing up for postseason run

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Braves keep pace with final Mets series looming Sep 26, 2022

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It took six hours, but the Braves got the split against the Phillies they had to have. But do they have enough to overtake the Mets when they come to town this weekend?

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black break down the importance of Sunday’s late-inning comeback in Philadelphia.

Our crew will also look ahead to the regular-season series against the Mets and how Atlanta is loading up its pitching to make one final push.

Plus, we will discuss Kyle Wright’s historic 20-win season and whether Spencer Strider will be able to be a factor in the postseason after injuring his oblique.

Also, make sure to listen and find out if you were the winner of our first Braves Report podcast ticket giveaway and more details on how to join us for our first live Braves Report at Truist Park on Thursday.

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- Braves place Spencer Strider on injured list, ending his regular season

- Kyle Wright becomes Braves’ first 20-game winner since 2003 in win over Phillies

- After another loss, struggling Braves looking for way out of their rut

- Amid ‘frustrating time,’ Braves’ Ronald Acuña trying to get healthy

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AJC Braves Report podcast: Spencer Strider’s big day as Braves sweep Phillies Sep 19, 2022

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The Braves rookie fireballer did something that hasn’t happened in more than 130 years and Atlanta swept Philadelphia. The only problem, the Braves couldn’t gain any ground on the Mets.

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black size up the race for the National League East with 16 games to go.

Plus, our crew will discuss Spencer Strider’s historic 200-strikeout achievement, what Vaughn Grissom learned from Ozzie Albies before his latest injury, Ronald Acuna’s hot streak and what to make of the slumping heart of the order.

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- Five takeaways on the Braves’ win over the Phillies to secure a sweep

- Braves starter Spencer Strider reaches 200-strikeout mark in Sunday’s win

- Matt Olson finding line of diving into hitting mechanics and simplifying things

- Braves hope Ozzie Albies can return for playoffs

- Ronald Acuña leads Braves over Phillies; Ozzie Albies suffers another injury

- Top of the lineup struggles as Braves drop two of three to Giants

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