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David O'Brien and former Braves reliever Eric O'Flaherty both work from the stretch. One stretches words into stories about the Braves; the other pitched from the stretch as part of the famed O'Ventbrel Atlanta bullpen trio. Now they bring you inside the clubhouse with the latest Braves news

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    • 4.8 • 321 Ratings

David O'Brien and former Braves reliever Eric O'Flaherty both work from the stretch. One stretches words into stories about the Braves; the other pitched from the stretch as part of the famed O'Ventbrel Atlanta bullpen trio. Now they bring you inside the clubhouse with the latest Braves news

    How are the Braves dealing with pitching injuries? + Acuna chasing 40/70

    How are the Braves dealing with pitching injuries? + Acuna chasing 40/70

    David and Eric discuss the state of the Braves' starting rotation amid a rash of injuries. The guys also discuss how absurd it is that Ronald Acuna Jr. is nearing 40/70. Plus, the Philllies' push, the Mets new leadership, and more.

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    • 57 min
    How worried should fans be about Max Fried going back on IL?

    How worried should fans be about Max Fried going back on IL?

    David and Eric react to Max Fried being back on the injured list with a blister so team will shut him down until the playoffs. They also discuss how they'll handle catching duties in the postseason, why Ozzie Albies gets overlooked as a superstar player and they take live listener questions from the chat on the latest edition of 755 Is Real.
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Matt Olson rewrites Braves' record book; what's up with Kyle Wright & Atlanta looks to end their skid

    Matt Olson rewrites Braves' record book; what's up with Kyle Wright & Atlanta looks to end their skid

    David and Eric recap Matt Olson's tremendous feat. They also discuss Kyle Wright's recent uphill battle, as he trys to return to form. Plus, can the Bravos end their losing streak by topping the Phillies?

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    • 44 min
    Braves are NL East Champions again!

    Braves are NL East Champions again!

    The Braves have wrapped up the National League Central for the 6th straight season. David O'Brien and Eric O'Flaherty look back at the journey and also look ahead at the bigger goals ahead. They're also taking your questions in the latest 755 Is Real Live Room!
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    • 1 hr 22 min
    Braves' battle to clinch vs. Phillies & Matt Olson chasing records

    Braves' battle to clinch vs. Phillies & Matt Olson chasing records

    David and Eric react to Atlanta's double-header against Philadelphia on Monday, including Kevin Pillar and Charline Morton's successful outings. They also converse about Morton's future with the Braves. Later, the guys chat about Matt Olson's hot stretch and his chase for franchise records as well as the Braves chances of clinching against Philly.

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    • 1 hr 12 min
    Acuña counter: 34 Home Runs, 63 Stolen Bases!

    Acuña counter: 34 Home Runs, 63 Stolen Bases!

    Can Ronald Acuña go 40-70?! With the division wrapped up and the playoffs weeks away, all eyes on his incredible season. David and Eric are talking about that, plus taking your questions in the latest 755 Is Real Live Room!
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    • 43 min

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