Braves Start 4-2 Thanks to Drake Baldwin and Rotation; 2026 Bonus Pool | Atlanta Braves Podcast
Atlanta's 4-2, heading to the desert for four against the Diamondbacks. Can the hot start from Drake Baldwin and the rotation keep them winning series?
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Show Notes
Lindsay Crosby recaps the Braves’ 4-2 start and first two series wins, highlighting Drake Baldwin’s hot start (three homers, 1.196 OPS) and timely production from the bottom of the order despite limited early power from stars like Matt Olson, Austin Riley, and Ronald Acuña Jr. He previews a road series in Arizona, noting the Diamondbacks’ strong top of the lineup and pitching matchups (Reynaldo López vs. Ryne Nelson, Grant Holmes vs. Eduardo Rodríguez, Bryce Elder vs. Michael Soroka, and a Braves TBD on Sunday). Crosby discusses Atlanta’s rotation exceeding expectations with one of MLB’s best ERAs, Chris Sale pitching effectively while sick, and possible changes for the fifth spot, with Spencer Strider progressing toward a return. He also explains Atlanta’s record $15.87M MLB draft bonus pool, slotting strategy, under/over-slot deals, senior signs, and bonus-pool penalties.
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