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Episodes
PTBNL Episode 76: Opening Season Successes and Adventures
April 04, 2024 03:12 - 39 minutesShawn 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
Episode 442: An opening series victory in Philadelphia
April 01, 2024 02:51 - 46 minutesBrad 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
DH 3-30: Better Late Than Never as Braves Offense Erupts in Opening Day Victory
March 30, 2024 06:29 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman breaks down the big moments from the Braves Opening Day Victory in Philly. Plus, the latest on Sean Murphy's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 75: Jesse Chavez completes Braves’ Opening Day roster, Phillies preview and more
March 29, 2024 02:12 - 33 minutesKris 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
Episode 441: The 2024 Braves season is upon us
March 27, 2024 01:11 - 1 hourBrad 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
DH 3-25: Season Preview with Lang Whitaker
March 26, 2024 03:29 - 29 minutesShawn 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
Daily Hammer 3-23: Home Stretch of Spring Training, Jarred Kelenic Successess
March 23, 2024 08:43 - 13 minutesShawn Coleman discusses the Braves schedule leading to the start of the regular season, successful storylines, and Jarred Kelenic finally experiencing positive results at the plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 440: Braves roster takes shape as Opening Day looms
March 19, 2024 02:49 - 1 hourBrad 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
Daily Hammer 3-15: Adam Duvall Returns to Atlanta on One-Year Deal, Acuna Jr. Back in Lineup, Chris Sale Solid Again
March 15, 2024 06:43 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the return of Ronald Acuna Jr. and Chirs Sale producing plenty of strikeouts, but the big story of the day was the return of Adam Duvall to the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 74: Opening Day roster, bullpen decisions and more
March 14, 2024 02:57 - 58 minutesKris 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
Daily Hammer 3-12: Acuna Jr. Progressing, Strider Prospering, 5th Starter Competition
March 12, 2024 04:09 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the latest news concerning Ronald Acuna Jr., Spencer Strider, and the 5th starter spot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 439: Previewing the Braves rotation and more
March 11, 2024 04:11 - 1 hourBrad 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
PTBNL Episode 73: Ronald Acuna Jr. Injury Update, Good Health and Good Pitching, Positional Depth and Roster Construction
March 08, 2024 09:15 - 1 hourShawn Coleman joins Stephen Tolbert to discuss many of the biggest headlines so far in Braves Spring Training, including good health and pitching results along with some potential surprises for the opening day roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 3-6: Ronald Acuna Jr. Expected to be ready for Opening Day, plus Charlie Morton, Forrest Wall, Bryce Elder
March 06, 2024 10:39 - 13 minutesShawn Coleman provides an awesome update on Ronald Acuna Jr. being ready for Opening Day, plus Charlie Morton's debut and the opposing Spring performances of Forrest Wall and Bryce Elder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 3-5: Acuna Jr. Injury, Pitching Dominance, Roster Cuts, and Josh Donaldson
March 05, 2024 10:42 - 19 minutesShawn Coleman dives into the latest from Spring Training, including awaiting injury news on Ronald Acuna Jr. and enjoying the pitching success of the Braves staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 438: Ronald Acuña Jr.’s knee and outfield preview
March 04, 2024 01:38 - 1 hourBrad 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
PTBNL Episode 72: Chris Sale’s spring debut, Tyler Matzek and more
March 01, 2024 03:30 - 44 minutesKris 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
Daily Hammer 2-28: Early Spring Storylines
February 29, 2024 07:23 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman dives into the early storylines from Spring Training for the Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Battery Power Podcast: Talking Braves prospects with Smith Brickner of Baseball Prospectus
February 27, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutesIn 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...
Episode 437: Previewing the 2024 Braves infield and more
February 25, 2024 00:05 - 59 minutesBrad 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
PTBNL EP 71: MLB Top 100, Positve Health News, Lineup Construction and Potential, Spring Training Starts
February 23, 2024 04:38 - 1 hourShawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert dive into a variety of topics for the Braves as Spring Training officially starts this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DH 2-19: Early Notes from Spring Training
February 19, 2024 11:15 - 17 minutesShawn 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
PTBNL Episode 70: Fifth starter competition, bench options and more
February 15, 2024 03:30 - 51 minutesKris 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
DH 2-14: Spring Storylines as Pitchers and Catchers Report
February 14, 2024 11:14 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman takes a look at the biggest storylines of the Spring for the Braves as pitchers and catchers report on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 69: Season projections, Spring Training storylines and more
February 09, 2024 03:30 - 27 minutesKris 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 ...
Daily Hammer 2-8: Season Projections, Player Rankings Continue to Confirm Braves are best in Baseball
February 08, 2024 04:42 - 17 minutesShawn Coleman looks at season projections from PECOTA of Baseball Prospectus and Playoff Odds from Fangraphs to show the Braves remain the best team in baseball. Plust, the top 60 on MLB.com's top 100 lists will likely have many more Braves as the list is revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 436: Previewing the 2024 Braves bullpen
February 05, 2024 00:18 - 1 hourBrad 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
Daily Hammer 2-1: Battery Power Top 30 Braves Prospects with Garrett Spain
February 01, 2024 11:06 - 58 minutesShawn Coleman welcomes Garrett Spain back to the show as they dive into the 2024 preseason Battery Power Top 30 Braves Prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 435: On February’s doorstep
January 29, 2024 04:59 - 49 minutesBrad 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
PTBNL Episode 68: ZiPS Projections, Austin Riley, Hall of Fame and more
January 26, 2024 04:55 - 57 minutesKris and Stephen are back this week for the latest episode of PTBNL. This week, the guys talk about how absurd the projections are for Ronald Acuna Jr in 2024 and ponder an interesting question on Austin Riley. The guys also discuss the potential for regression for Marcell Ozuna and Orlando Arcia as well as entertain the Hall of Fame discourse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 1-25: 2024 International Signing Class, Braves Prospects with Baseball America's Ben Badler
January 25, 2024 04:08 - 37 minutesShawn Coleman welcomes Ben Badler of Baseball America to discuss the Braves 2024 International Signing Class, the status of the Braves Minor Leagues, as well as Michael Harris Jr., Spencer Strider, and Andruw Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 1-24: 2024 MLB Hall Of Fame Class Announced; Andriw Jones and BIlly Wagner Fall Short Once Again
January 24, 2024 11:58 - 15 minutesShawn Coleman recaps the 2024 MLB Hall Of Fame Class, including Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer. Plus, while Billy Wagner and Andruw Jones once agaon did not get the needed votes this year, positivity remains high for each to make it in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 434: The countdown to Spring Training is on
January 22, 2024 04:17 - 54 minutesBrad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 434 of the Battery Power Podcast, touching on the latest news and notes surrounding the Atlanta Braves. Topics include the Alex Anthopoulos extension, potential areas of intrigue on the roster, mailbag questions, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 1-17: International Signing Day Analysis with Garrett Spain
January 17, 2024 03:45 - 38 minutesShawn Coleman welcomes Garrett Spain, head of Battery Power's minor league coverage, to discuss all the major takeaways from the Braves 2024 International Signing Period Class. Plus, the latest on Nacho Alvarez, Hurston Waldrep, and AJ Smith Shawver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 67: Alex Anthopoulos extension, Max Fried and AJ Minter avoid arbitration and more
January 15, 2024 02:26 - 45 minutesKris and Stephen are back this week for the latest episode of PTBNL. This week, the guys talk about President of Baseball Ops Alex Anthopoulos signing a new 7-year extension, as well as Max Fried and AJ Minter settling their arbitration cases and their contract situations overall. The guys also talk about the upcoming international signing period and the top prospect the Braves are linked to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 1-12: Braves Agree to One Year Deals With Max Fried and AJ Minter
January 12, 2024 11:34 - 16 minutesShawn Coleman discusses the latest for the Braves, as Atlanta agrees to one year deals with Max Fried and AJ Minter in their final year of control before free agency. Plus, an exciting international signing period is lining up for the Braves next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 1-9: Friday Signings, Arbitration Figure Swaps, and Braves Draft Success
January 09, 2024 08:24 - 18 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the signings of Huascar Ynoa of Luis Guillorme from Friday, the arbitation figure swap process with Max Fried and AJ Minter, and recognizing the Brave ability to draft arms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 66: Chris Sale trade and extension, rotation preview and more
January 05, 2024 03:45 - 51 minutesKris and Stephen are back this week for the latest episode of PTBNL. This week, the guys talk about the Chris Sale trade, the extension, and the ripple effects they lead to. The guys also discussed where the rotation stands with Sale in the mix, and other moves the Braves may be contemplating this winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer: The Value of Adding Chris Sale and Important Offseason Dates in January
January 03, 2024 06:58 - 19 minutesShawn looks at the value Chris Sale can beyond in 2024 and beyond plus notable off-season dates in January to monitor that impacts the Braves past, present, and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Emergency podcast: Hello, Chris Sale
December 30, 2023 21:48 - 1 hourBrad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 433 of the Battery Power Podcast, breaking down Saturday's blockbuster trade in which the Atlanta Braves acquired Chris Sale from the Boston Red Sox, with Vaughn Grissom heading to Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Daily Hammer: Holiday Season Roundup w/ Stephen Tolbert
December 27, 2023 04:43 - 47 minutesShawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert collaborate for a holiday season round up, looking at the the latest from around baseball and discussing the current state of the Braves off-season. They discuss the latest information on Dylan Cease, plus other potential pitching additions, filling other needs for the Braves, a potential suprise move or two, and the biggest story lines from 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer Podcast: How Jarred Kelenic and Reynoldo Lopez Can Instantly Succeed with Sam Peebles
December 20, 2023 12:18 - 22 minutesShawn Coleman welcomes Sam Peebles to look at how new acquisitions Jarred Kelenic and Reynoldo Lopez can make the most of their first seasons in Atlanta and improve the Braves in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode 432: The Braves are spending money in an interesting way
December 18, 2023 01:46 - 1 hourBrad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 432 of the Battery Power Podcast, touching on the latest news and notes surrounding the Atlanta Braves. Topics include the way the Braves are spending money, the acquisitions of Ray Kerr and Jarred Kelenic, the 2024 ZiPS projections, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 12-16: Braves Acquire Ray Kerr and Matt Carpenter from Padres
December 16, 2023 07:42 - 20 minutesShawn Coleman looks at how the Braves once again found a creative way to land an offseason target in reliever Ray Kerr. Shawn also looks at how understanding the offseason could be better achieved looking at the moves as a whole rather than individually. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 12-14: Jared Kelenic Speaks on Past, Present, and Future; David Fletcher Outrighted to Gwinnett
December 14, 2023 11:42 - 17 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the "Welcome to Atlanta" press conference for Jarred Kelenic, with plenty of intriguing comments to indicate he is ready to make the most of his time with the Braves. Plus, Altanta outrights David Fletcher to Gwinnett to maintain roster flexibility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 12-11: Ohtani is a Dodger, Braves trades Stassi to White Sox, Hall of Fame Voting Update
December 11, 2023 08:02 - 21 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the Dodgers landing Shohei Ohtani from a Braves perspective, the Max Stassi Trade, free agent starting pitching options, and where Andruw and others stand in HOF voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Battery Power Podcast Extra Edition: Braves acquire David Fletcher and Max Stassi from Angels
December 09, 2023 10:29 - 19 minutesShawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert look at the latest move from Alex Anthopoulos in a trade the brings David Fletcher and Max Stassi to Atlanta. While Fletcher feels a bench need, Stassi will likely be the next move as Atlanta will look to find a new home for the veteran catcher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PTBNL Episode 65: Jarred Kelenic trade, Alex Anthopoulos comments and more
December 08, 2023 03:49 - 57 minutesKris and Stephen are back this week for the latest episode of PTBNL. This week, the guys discuss a fun and entertaining Winter Meetings and the Braves busy week. The guys broke down the Jarred Kelenic trade and all its many parts, as well as a full rundown of all the rumors floating around the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 12-6: Marco Gonzales Traded to Pirates, Brian Snitker and Alex Anthopoulos Speak to Media
December 06, 2023 09:40 - 17 minutesShawn Coleman dives into the latest from the Winter Meetings, including the Braves trading Marco Gonzales and comments from Brian Snitker and Alex Anthopoulos. Shawn discusses how the activity on Tuesday continues to indicate the Braves appear confident they will land a significant starter for their rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daily Hammer 12-5: Winter Meeting Day 1 Rumor Round-Up for Braves
December 05, 2023 06:22 - 21 minutesShawn Coleman looks at the notable new for the Braves from Monday, including Shohei Ohtani and the focus of adding starting pitching. Plus, how the Braves can focus on helping Jarred Kelenic to truly breakout in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices