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The Braves Craze: An Atlanta Braves Podcast

The Braves Craze: An Atlanta Braves Podcast

By The Braves Doctor

An unofficial, weekly podcast about all to do with the Atlanta Braves. Topics include current, historical, and future content about mlb’s Atlanta Braves. This podcast is not affiliated with the Atlanta Baseball Club. The author and host is a lifelong fan. All podcast material is the opinion of the host and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of others. Twitter @DoctorBraves
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The Braves Craze: An Atlanta Braves PodcastJul 15, 2020

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November hot stove coverage for the Braves.

November hot stove coverage for the Braves.

Talking about the November hot stove for the Braves.
Nov 17, 202322:40
Braves lose three of four over the weekend.

Braves lose three of four over the weekend.

Things still look positive for the Braves, but there are multiple things to address.
Apr 10, 202327:49
The shortstop situation, and the rookie pitchers.

The shortstop situation, and the rookie pitchers.

I break down the mess is the shortstop situation, and the rookie pitchers.
Mar 27, 202324:55
Spring Training News

Spring Training News

I go through the spring training position and pitching battles, discuss the WBC, and discuss the rule changes.
Mar 17, 202331:22
Dansby Swanson episode

Dansby Swanson episode

Dansby is a Cub, the rest of the week’s news, and nostalgia section about Braves bad trades.
Dec 24, 202230:35
The Murphy trade, transactions, and new segments.

The Murphy trade, transactions, and new segments.

I analyze the big trade, discuss the new podcast format, and discuss off-season transactions.
Dec 13, 202232:07
Playoffs!

Playoffs!

What the Braves need to do to win. Roster Construction?
Oct 10, 202216:24
It’s great to sweep the Phils.

It’s great to sweep the Phils.

We swept the Phillies, Ronnie got hot, we got Ozzie back and then lost him again.
Sep 19, 202225:36
1 Game Behind the Mets!

1 Game Behind the Mets!

Braves Trail the Mets by only one game. Big week coming up.
Sep 05, 202221:44
We went 5–2 against really good teams. This is contrary to what everyone says about the Braves.

We went 5–2 against really good teams. This is contrary to what everyone says about the Braves.

Great week for the Braves beating the Mets and the Astros. We talk about a lot of things including Ronald Acuña, Marcell Ozuna, and the rookies.
Aug 22, 202228:26
Braves go 6-0 this week.

Braves go 6-0 this week.

Big week for the Braves, Vaughn Grissom, and Michael Harris, II.
Aug 15, 202224:02
Braves lose 4 of 5 in New York.

Braves lose 4 of 5 in New York.

Braves lose 4 of 5 in New York. What happened, what’s wrong?
Aug 08, 202231:22
Trade deadline analysis.

Trade deadline analysis.

Analyzing the trades and Austin Riley’s contract!
Aug 04, 202218:05
Austin Riley, trade deadline, and why is Dale Murphy not in the hall of fame?

Austin Riley, trade deadline, and why is Dale Murphy not in the hall of fame?

Mr. Austin Riley - MVP, the trade deadline, and Dale Murphy must be added to the hall of fame.
Aug 01, 202231:00
All star game recap, and Austin Riley!

All star game recap, and Austin Riley!

Braves continue to chase the Mets, Austin Riley, Austin Riley, and more Austin Riley.
Jul 25, 202227:00
Disappointing Mets result and 2 odd trades.

Disappointing Mets result and 2 odd trades.

Lost 2 of 3 to the Mets, the strange Drew Waters trade, and we got 6 all stars.
Jul 18, 202227:32
Are the Braves the best team in the National League? The upcoming Met series vs the Mets.

Are the Braves the best team in the National League? The upcoming Met series vs the Mets.

How good are the Braves? I discuss the big three of starting pitchers, and the impact of Eddie Rosario.
Jul 10, 202227:33
The Braves just keep on winning.

The Braves just keep on winning.

Two out of three from the Phillies and two out of three from the Reds, all on the road.
Jul 05, 202222:34
Braves win 4 games vs. NL West and Freddie’s emotional weekend.

Braves win 4 games vs. NL West and Freddie’s emotional weekend.

Braves beat good teams, Acuna’s injury woes, Freddie Freeman, and discussing the sneaky success of our minor league system.
Jun 28, 202226:14
The Streak and the Cubs.

The Streak and the Cubs.

We discuss the streak, the disappointing series with the Cubs, and the Albies injury.
Jun 20, 202223:21
11 in a row!

11 in a row!

It’s all coming together. Hitting, Starting pitching, relief pitching. It’s a great time to be a Braves fan.
Jun 12, 202225:36
What a great week for the Braves!

What a great week for the Braves!

Braves go 5–2. Offense was explosive pitching was great, things are coming together.
Jun 06, 202223:26
Memorial day show.

Memorial day show.

Michael Harris II, Spencer Strider, and the Braves hot bats.
May 30, 202216:26
Another 3 - 3 Week

Another 3 - 3 Week

An analysis of the offense, a discussion of the pitching, and a few other topics.
May 23, 202223:12
Ronnie is heating up.

Ronnie is heating up.

Acuna, Contreras And Fried are smoking. Time for others to get on board.
May 10, 202224:26
Ronald Acuna is back!

Ronald Acuna is back!

Ronald Acuña returns, Travis Demeritte stays, Kyle Wright mesmerizes, and the braves can only win three.
May 02, 202220:38
Not the best Braves week

Not the best Braves week

Taking a look back at the week, analyzing what’s right and what’s wrong. Discussing the Sean Newcomb situation.
Apr 25, 202225:30
The Easter episode of The Braves Craze podcast

The Easter episode of The Braves Craze podcast

We talk about the Braves 5–5 start, the Kenley Jansen incident, DFAing 2 players, and Brice elder.
Apr 17, 202222:02
Analysis of the first series with Cincinnati

Analysis of the first series with Cincinnati

I analyze the first series, talk about who’s hot and who’s not, and discuss the Acuna-Freeman situation.
Apr 11, 202226:16
Opening week and the roster

Opening week and the roster

We talk about opening day, analyze the suspected roster, and talk more about the Dodgers.
Apr 04, 202222:11
Spring Training Talk & Position Battles.

Spring Training Talk & Position Battles.

I discuss spring training news, position battles, and take an early look at the Braves top 30 prospects.
Mar 28, 202225:19
Discussing the recent signings, and taking more Freeman.

Discussing the recent signings, and taking more Freeman.

I talk about signings including Rosario, and Jansen, and break down the Freddie conundrum.
Mar 22, 202224:29
Baseball is back but Freddie Freeman is not

Baseball is back but Freddie Freeman is not

I talk about the Matt Olson trade, analyze the prospects we dealt, and look at the impact to the lineup and roster
Mar 15, 202225:27
Thanksgiving Episode - Offseason Transactions and long term contracts.

Thanksgiving Episode - Offseason Transactions and long term contracts.

Happy Thanksgiving.  I analyze a couple of minor moves and discuss what to do long term with franchise-type players. 

Nov 24, 202130:50
2021 World Champions

2021 World Champions

Analysis of the World Series
Nov 04, 202122:35
Braves are NL Champions!

Braves are NL Champions!

The Atlanta Braves are the 2021 National League Champions!  

Oct 24, 202121:50
We took 2 of 3 from the Champs

We took 2 of 3 from the Champs

We discuss Freddie's contract, Marcel Ozuna, the outfield, Ty Tice, and potential ways to fix the lineup.
Jun 07, 202122:16
Nearly June, it’s time to fly!

Nearly June, it’s time to fly!

Austin Riley, the offense, and the Pirates series.
May 24, 202121:57
What is this team’s Identity?

What is this team’s Identity?

I discuss this team’s identity, Ynoa, Contreras, and Shane Greene.
May 10, 202122:60
Catching Problems, Drew Smylyl, and the Lineup.

Catching Problems, Drew Smylyl, and the Lineup.

I discuss the catching situation, the problems with pitching, and rant more about the batting order.
May 04, 202119:34
Acuna and the Injury Bug

Acuna and the Injury Bug

I discuss the NL Player of the Week, the Injury Bug, and the outlook in Center Field. 

Apr 20, 202116:45
Red Hot Ronald & Bullpen Issues

Red Hot Ronald & Bullpen Issues

Discussing Ronald Acuna, the Bullpen, the Rotation, and Centerfield, among other items. 

Apr 14, 202124:03
It was a bad week for the Braves.

It was a bad week for the Braves.

I discuss the bad 1st week for the Braves.
Apr 05, 202115:24
Opening Day Roster?

Opening Day Roster?

Discussing the Opening Day Roster.

Mar 29, 202118:36
Spring Games Analyzed and Ehire Adrianza

Spring Games Analyzed and Ehire Adrianza

The Braves look ready to go, so we analyze the last few spring games.  Who is this Adrianza guy anyway?

Mar 22, 202120:09
Spring Training Stats and The Bullpen

Spring Training Stats and The Bullpen

Going through spring stats of note, and discussion the bullpen.
Mar 15, 202120:57
First week of Spring Training

First week of Spring Training

I discuss spring training arrivals, Chipper as a part-time coach, the lineup, and Centerfield. 

Feb 22, 202113:31
Ozuna is Back!

Ozuna is Back!

Marcel Ozuna is a Brave Again, along with spring training notes, arbitration news, and more. 

Feb 17, 202117:15
January in Review

January in Review

I discuss January happenings such as Fried and Minter's contracts, NL East news, and "we still don't have a left fielder".
Jan 19, 202114:28
What to do with the outfield.

What to do with the outfield.

Discussion about the outfield and options that may be available.
Dec 23, 202019:40