Making Sense of Atlanta's Step Back at the Plate, Career-Shaping Opportunities & One-Hit Wonders
Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball · The Athletic
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Show Notes
Eno, DVR, and Trevor analyze the surprising step back for the Atlanta lineup through the first two months of 2024, and discuss players at pivotal points in their careers with a limited window to secure their future role. Plus, they'll take live questions from viewers throughout the show!
Rundown
1:33 More Changes From the Mets; Christian Scott & Brett Baty Optioned to Triple-A
12:55 What's Happening in Atlanta's Lineup?
20:27 Teams Are Pitching the Braves Differently
25:17 Can Hitters Adjust Quickly to a Change Like This?
28:25 A Closer Look at Matt Olson
34:15 Practice Swings Revealing A Hitter's Plan?
37:40 Confidence Levels in Albies, Riley, Harris, Kelenic Getting to Power Again?
42:49 When Careers Reach Pivot Points
57:20 Who Is Your Favorite MLB One-Hit Wonder?
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