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AJC Braves Report podcast: Where Atlanta stands at the All-Star break Jul 18, 2022

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The Braves have more wins at the All-Star break than any Atlanta team in almost 20 years. But what will this team need to pass the Mets in the second half?

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black explain how this team has met its considerable expectations, and our crew will pick the team’s award winners for the first half.

You’ll also hear from Austin Riley on making his first All-Star team and Robinson Cano on how he’s trying to prove he still has something left.

Plus, Justin will answer your many good questions.

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Braves get ready for the Mets and send a big group to the All-Star Game Jul 11, 2022

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The Braves will have quite a group heading to the MLB All-Star Game in Los Angeles next week, but before that, first place is on the line in the N.L. East.

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black look at what went right in the first two legs of this homestand and preview the big series with the Mets.

You’ll also hear from Ronald Acuna, Dansby Swanson, Travis d’Arnaud and William Contreras about their all-star selections. Plus, Justin answers your mailbag questions, including a look at what the Braves might need at the trade deadline.

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Braves get in position at halfway mark Jul 04, 2022

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It took a historic month of June, but the Braves are back within striking distance as the season reaches the halfway point on Monday.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black discuss how Atlanta got back in the race, is the good play sustainable and the role the Braves two rookies have played in the turn around.

Plus, you’ll hear from Braves reliever Will Smith on what he’s watching from a batter during every pitch, we get an update on closer Kenley Jansen’s status and Justin answers many of your questions.

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Despite the ending, Braves look good against the contenders Jun 27, 2022

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The Braves had a winning homestand against two of the best in the N.L. West. But some “bad luck” against the Dodgers kept it from being a terrific week.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano, features reporter Gabe Burns and Jay Black dig into what went wrong in the series finale against Los Angeles and why Atlanta proved it can still play with anyone.

You’ll also hear what Clayton Kershaw told the AJC about his feelings on Freddie Freeman’s homecoming.

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Special edition: Freddie Freeman’s emotional return Jun 25, 2022

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Freddie Freeman, the Braves and their fans knew this date would be very weird. It turned out to be weirder and much more emotional than probably anyone expected.

In this special edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano, features writer Gabe Burns and Jay Black break down a game that will be remembered for a while.

Our team will discuss Freeman’s emotional press conference, what his legacy in Atlanta will be, the response from the fans and how these two teams stack up in another NLCS rematch.

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Braves get ready for some serious competition Jun 20, 2022

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The Braves spent June beating up on a bunch of last place teams, but this week we find how they stack against a couple of potential playoff teams.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black look at what’s different about this team after its 14-game winning streak, how Atlanta will change because of the injury to Ozzie Albies and what to watch for against the Giants and Dodgers.

Plus, our team will dig into how the Braves scouting department discovered Michael Harris and answer your mailbag questions in our Ask Justin segment.

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AJC Braves Report podcast: What’s behind the Braves big winning streak Jun 13, 2022

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It’s taken a couple of months, but the defending World Series champions have finally hit their stride.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC sports reporter Gabe Burns fills in for beat reporter Justin Toscano to discuss Atlanta’s 11-game winning streak with Jay Black.

Our crew will break down why the Braves have finally gotten hot and ripped off their longest winning streak in nine years. They will also dig into the impacts Ronald Acuna and Michael Harris are making, how this run is affecting the NL East race and why Atlanta can still do even more damage this week.

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The Braves finally sweep somebody Jun 06, 2022

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It’s taken a couple of months, but the Braves have their first legit winning streak of the season.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black discuss the reasons behind Atlanta’s five-game winning streak and its four-game sweep in Colorado.

Our team will also dig into why the offense is heating up, a big week for two Braves rookies and a preview of Atlanta’s series against the Athletics.

Plus, we will answer your Braves and non-Braves-related questions in the Ask Justin segment.

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Can Michael Harris provide a spark for the Braves? May 30, 2022

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With the Braves top prospect now in Atlanta, what should be expected of Michael Harris?

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black discuss what Atlanta is getting from its latest homegrown outfielder.

Plus, our team also digs into where the Braves stand two months into the season, why they must take advantage of the next couple of weeks and what are the expectations for Spencer Strider’s first start.

Justin also will answer your serious and not so serious mailbag questions.

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The Braves can’t keep a streak going May 23, 2022

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The Braves have finally won a series on the road; now they just need to win three straight games.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC Braves beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black discuss why Atlanta’s offense just can’t quite get it going.

Our team will also look at another incredible performance by William Contreras and what his role will be, how Spencer Strider will be used with more bullpen injuries and what to expect this week against the Phillies.

Plus, Justin will answer some of your excellent mailbag questions.

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