Off Leo's Rocker: Recent Episodes
Fred and Alan
Just a couple of old codgers providing weekly thoughts on the Atlanta Braves from their rocking chairs... with apologies to Leo Mazzone, the best pitching coach ever.
The loss of Kyle Wright is concerning -- particularly since it's yet another shoulder ailment. While the Braves are clearly being cautious with catcher Travis d'Arnaud, we have to wonder how he might be used going forward after this latest concussion.
The Atlanta Braves are soon to get some players back from their injuries, but how should they handle the roster when that happens? Fred has an interesting idea that could also bolster the offense.
The Atlanta Braves are nearly 10% into the 2023 season, so it's time to take stock on how this team is doing -- particularly how they're dealing with myriad injuries. There's also one player who isn't doing well at all... and we've got a guess on when his release might happen.
We've got reactions about the Atlanta Braves' start to the season and about how they might need to respond to Max Fried's injury. We also discuss the Arcia extension, a new home-town reliever, and the new "Hank Connect" uniforms.
The Atlanta Braves are making a couple of bold roster moves this Spring in choosing a shortstop (not a rookie) and a 5th member of the rotation (a rookie). A discussion from two grumpy old men follows...
Suddenly and without a lot of warning, a few position skirmishes have erupted in North Port as our Atlanta Braves are looking for something more out of the back end of their bench... and even at the back end of their rotation. Fred and Alan have some things to say about that.
It's time to get set aside the business of baseball and get back to actually playing the game, so here's our early takes on things to watch for in North Port as our Atlanta Braves are starting to get ready for the 2023 campaign.
This week on the front porch: it's our reactions to the Cubs getting Dansby Swanson, the Braves' reasons for not breaking the bank to get him back, and what they'll do now for their roster.
Also: Sean Murphy trade reactions and other things for fans to look forward to (or not in some cases).
The off-season free agent frenzy of 2022 is underway... slowly. In this episode, we'll tell you everything you need to know about how the Braves are approaching this dance to try and get Dansby Swanson signed up for the next several years. That -- plus our takes on Marcell Ozuna and the pitching market.
The Atlanta Braves are now looking at the post-post-season and a difficult Winter, given the need to re-engineer this club. There are some real concerns here, and we're here to discuss them.
Here's a breakdown of how we see this NLDS series going between the Braves and Phillies this week. Hint: we expect low scores and great pitching from all sides.
The Atlanta Braves pulled off the near impossible in dispatching a tough Mets team to put themselves in position to win the NL East once again. Let's talk about how that happened along with some playoff scenarios and roster predictions.
The Atlanta Braves offense is running cold right now, and that presents an opportunity to run through most of the entire roster and look at those who are doing well... and those not so well. This episode also features a new guest on our front porch to discuss our team.
Along with an eventful week of Atlanta Braves baseball came news of new rules for 2023 and a new union that might -- finally? -- give minor league baseball players the chance for some meaningful changes.
The 1st place Atlanta Braves are there because of two extraordinary rookies... and really a 3rd one who's also doing great things... but which one deserves the nod as NL Rookie of the Year? Fred and Alan discuss.
Our Atlanta Braves have won 14 of their last 16 games (as of 8/25) and have the Mets in their sights. So how important is winning this division and what hindrances still remain in their pursuit of a 5th NL East title?