DOB, EOF, and Peter Moylan celebrate the Atlanta Braves' World Series Championship! Enjoy! Check out 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeterMoylan Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF recap Atlanta's game five loss to the Astros. As much as the Braves are relying on their bullpen, have the reserve arms been used too much? Does Houston have a fix on Atlanta's well of hurlers to where they are no longer as effective? The guys recap a rollercoaster game five, and chat about the young starters Brian Snitker deployed in both games four and five. What can we expect from Max Fried in game six? Will the lineup be constructed differently? Plus, the Braves' all-around depth may be the key to a World Series title. Check 755 Is Real out on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In an evenly contested World Series through two games, DOB and EOF recount how both games one and two shook out for the Braves and Astros. The duo marvel at Charlie Morton's fortitude, battling through a broken leg to pace Atlanta to a game one victory. David and Eric discuss how Kyle Wright impressed in his October Classic debut. The Bravos Boys zoom in on the Astros' pitching as well as their defensive shifts, which stalled out Atlanta's offense in game two. Jorge Soler's return adds more firepower to the offense. Plus, a look ahead to game three. Check out 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Braves are headed to the World Series! DOB and EOF discuss the sights, sounds, and emotions at Truist Park, and study the club's NLCS win. Tyler Matzek's brilliance can't be understated. Why did Matzek coordinate with d'Arnaud to change his signs so often? Eddie Rosario is the hottest hitter of baseballs on the planet, but can he carry his torrid hitting into the World Series? The duo inspect Houston's offense and compare it to Atlanta's. Plus, who should start game one? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF recount Atlanta's game five loss in the NLCS to the Dodgers. Why was Max Fried knocked around the park in his Thursday start? Freddie Freeman has shaken his slump, and aside from game five, the Braves are hitting efficiently. The guys look ahead to game six, including Saturday's pitching matchup. Lastly, will Atlanta earn a WS berth for the first time in over two decades? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just two more wins! DOB and EOF recap a successful first two games of the NLCS for Atlanta as they hold a 2-0 series lead over Los Angeles. Joc Pederson, Eddie Rosario, and Austin "Big Boss" Riley are exuding confidence. David and Eric answer a couple of viewer questions from 755 Is Real's YouTube live stream; one query being about Freddie Freeman's shortcomings in the LCS and if it's cause for concern. The Bravos' bullpen has been near untouchable this postseason. The guys share their skepticism of Dave Robert's bullpen management before discussing Truist Park and Dodgers Stadium's infectious atmosphere. Although Atlanta carries a 2-0 series lead, they're still walking a highwire act. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF preview the NLCS prior to Saturday night's first pitch. The guys explain when Jorge Soler could return, and discuss the potential pitching matchups for the series. The duo also compares where each team has an advantage in their lineups. Lastly, why did the Dodgers-Giants NLDS have to end on a blown check-swing call?! Check out 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Goin' back-to-back! Atlanta books its ticket to the NLCS for the second consecutive year, and DOB and EOF recap the Bravos' path to the conference series. The duo plunge into the minutiae of the NLDS against the Brewers, including replay snafus and impeccable pitching by Charlie Morton, Max Fried, and co. Freddie Freeman lifted Atlanta into the penultimate matchup by swatting Josh Hader's first-pitch slider, a feat that had not been done until Tuesday night. David and Eric discuss Freeman's discipline at the plate and react to what teammates of the Braves' captain had to say about their leader. Plus, Ian Anderson's lookin' mighty good! Check out 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Braves and Brewers tied at a game apiece in the NLDS, DOB and EOF dissect the series' first two games, including Max Fried's impeccable start. Is Fried the best starter in baseball at the moment? The guys also credit the bullpen for their contributions, particularly Luke Jackson and Tyler Matzek. David and Eric look ahead to game three of the series as well as pitching matchups in game four and beyond. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Braves' NLDS matchup against the Brewers on the horizon, DOB and EOF welcome on The Athletic's Milwaukee Brewers pundit, Will Sammon! The trio discuss Atlanta and Milwaukee's starting pitching, and how the loss of Devin Williams could affect Josh Hader and the Brewers. Christian Yelich continues his less-than-stellar 2021 campaign heading into the postseason. Why is Yelich scuffling as much as he is? What will it take for him to reignite his MVP-like play? Plus, DOB and EOF take a look at who's hot and cold heading into the NLDS. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Follow Will on Twitter: @WillSammon Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Playoff baseball is right around the corner but before then, DOB and EOF parse through the postseason's biggest storylines (courtesy of Ken Rosenthal's astute writing). Big-named players went down with injuries in the last week of the regular season, how will those players' absences affect their respective teams? Is Ron Washington a managerial candidate? If so, where could he land? DOB and EOF cogitate over the impact Washington has had on Atlanta, and what his potential departure could mean spell for the Braves.  Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FOUR, count 'em, FOUR CONSECUTIVE NL EAST CROWNS FOR THE ATLANTA BRAVES! DOB and EOF towel off from the champagne showers long enough to chat about Atlanta's remarkable streak as well as the club's sweep of the Phillies. The duo commends the Bravos coaching staff for their efforts and expertise before digging into Max Fried and Charlie Morton's molten-hot pitching, and the atmosphere at Truist Ballpark in the series finale. Jorge Soler isn't the only mid-season acquisition for Atlanta that's balled out, but his absurd power and home run prowess deserves to be discussed further. Plus, highlighting standout Braves minor leaguers, and a quick look ahead the remainder of the regular season. Watch 755 is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF power through a jam-packed episode in the same way Atlanta powered through San Diego, sweeping their three-game meeting. The guys key in on Will Smith's 'Kimbrel-like', hold-your-breath 9th inning of the series finale. The duo also discuss Ynoa's outing, which left much to be desired, the team's multiple comebacks, and Joc Pederson's contributions. Also, David and Eric lay out playoff/season scenarios for the Braves this week, and preview the Phillies series. Check out 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF talk about the resumption of the Braves-Padres game from July and then get into Atlanta's three wins in Arizona. Is Max Fried on the cusp of being an ace? Snitker's lineup reorganization is paying dividends. Despite conceding a walk-off hit in the series finale at Arizona, Jacob Webb has been a bright spot in ATL's bullpen. Plus, Ozzie Albie, Atlanta's infield make franchise and league history, respectively. Subscribe to 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Atheltic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is playing every day detrimental to Braves players? DOB and EOF toss around their thoughts on Atlanta's expectation, as an organization, that players suit up as often as possible. Hannah Keyser, a writer for Yahoo Sports, wrote on this matter recently, which the guys draw from in this conversation. Freddie Freeman, among other Braves members, believes in his club's mantra - but why? The guys take a look at the history behind Freddie's work ethic. Is Dansby Swanson's recent day off an indictment on playing 140+ consecutive games? Plus, Adam Duvall's deep dinger; Eddie Rosario hits for the cycle, and Max Fried has been serving up nastier stuff than a restaurant on 'Kitchen Nightmares'. Subscribe to 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Hannah Keyser's story: https://yhoo.it/3Cyuobn Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 games separate Atlanta from the playoffs; however, will they even be in a position to contend for a pennant after this grueling upcoming string of road games? DOB and EOF cough up all the details about the Braves' series out west, including this weekend's set of contests against San Francisco. Should fans sweat Atlanta's recent spell of uncharacteristically poor late-game offensive production? What can they do to remedy their faults? Also, what's next for Touki? Subscribe to 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Braves took care of business during their six-game homestand, but Atlanta now turns their attention west with a slate of challenging matchups on the horizon. DOB and EOF preview the Braves' four-series excursion out west, and discuss if the club can maintain its NL East lead with the Phillies and Mets trailing close behind. How would the Bravos' playoff rotation look if the postseason started today? Are they well equipped to tackle most teams? While on the topic of pitching, Eric spins pitch sequencing yarn and waxes about batters' approaches at the plate. The duo also converses about Freddie Freeman's growth as a batter. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on a subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In walk-off fashion, the Braves just edged the Nationals to take two of three games in their final meeting of the year. DOB and EOF dissect the intradivisional date and key in on Braves players instrumental in the team's wins such as Jorge Soler, Adam Duvall, and Joc Pederson. Stephen Vogt is another such contributor whose services paid off in a big way, not only on the field but in the clubhouse, too. 'Joctober' has arrived early in Atlanta. Will the Braves extend Adam Duvall and other key trade deadline additions? Plus, the Marcell Ozuna situation continues to unfold. Watch 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Braves' West Coast tour, and their series in Colorado, was met with mixed results, DOB and EOF tackle Atlanta's up and down stretch in today's pod. But, before then, the guys react to the Braves extending Charlie Morton. Why did Alex Anthopoulos and Atlanta's front office choose now to extend the 37-year-old? What other internal re-signings could be in the works? What does this mean for Morton moving forward? The Bravos Boys rehash Atlanta's trip out west and discuss the highs and lows. Ozzie Albies' resiliency was on full display in Colorado. Freddie Freeman is orchestrating a historic season, one that could rival Albert Pujols and other legendary first basemen. Plus, is Joey Votto a Hall of Famer? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Braves struggles against the Dodgers continue with a sweep out west. David and Eric break down Brian Snitker?s decision to pull Tyler Matzek for Chris Martin which backfired leading to the sweep. With the Phillies and Mets gaining ground in the East, the Braves need a big series versus the Rockies in Denver to keep control of the division with a month to go in the season. Despite the bullpen meltdown out west, the guys praise the bullpen overall and how it?s held up late in the season. David and Eric also discuss Austin Riley's hitting coach and his impact on the young slugger's season. Check out 755 Is Real's YouTube channel: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric's back! Fresh off changing his diaper dandy, EOFand DOB assess Austin Riley's MVP case. David and Eric said, and have been saying it for months, the Mets will (and are) Mets-ing it up. As a former Major Leaguer, what are Eric's thoughts on Javy Baez delivering a thumbs-down gesture to Mets fans? The Braves are battling through the toughest part of their schedule, and are dueling with their toughest matchup to date. Is it Touki Time in Atlanta? What's up with Drew Smyly? Plus, Alex Anthopoulos joined The Athletic's Jayson Stark and Doug Glanville on The Athletic Baseball Show to discuss the Bravos' trade deadline moves. How close was the club to not acquiring Soler? Listen to The Athletic Baseball Show here: https://apple.co/3yAf6k5 Check out 755 Is Real's YouTube channel: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic's San Francisco Giants wordsmith, joins DOB on today's pod! Andrew details San Francisco's expectations-shattering season, and their climb to become the winningest team in baseball. What's the secret sauce that makes the Giants so good? Will the club's pinch-hitting phenomena continue? David and Andrew discuss how Alex Anthopoulos, Farhan Zaidi, and Scott Harris have made moves along the margins to help their clubs win. Plus, Gabe Kapler's lessons learned in Philadelphia are paying off out West; fans shouldn't try to diminish the Dodgers' World Series title, and who will win the NL pennant race? 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Andrew on Twitter: @extrabaggs Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB welcomes on The Athletic's Britt Ghiroli to address Trevor Bauer's ongoing investigation as well as contemplate Marcell Ozuna's future. David and Britt then canvass the Braves and Yankees series, a matchup between the league's two hottest clubs. The duo also parse The Athletic's MLB power rankings and determine the top-5 team's future. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Britt on Twitter: @Britt_Ghiroli Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and former Braves utility star who should probably have a 755 Is Real punch card by now, Kelly Johnson, react to Atlanta and Travis d'Arnaud agreeing to a contract extension through 2023. Why was d'Arnaud offered an extension? What are the future implications of this agreement? The Bravos Boys confabulate over Atlanta's remaining August schedule and the team's hot-hitting month. Plus, Freddie swings his way into Braves' history.  Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB welcomes Gabe Burns, the Braves beat writer for the Atlanta Journal-Consitution, to the program to converse about Atlanta's rise from NL East cellar-dweller to frontrunner. The Braves' mid-season trade acquisitions are paying dividends in a big way. Should Atlanta re-sign Adam Duvall? The duo canvasses the state of the NL East now that the Bravos are on top. Who should Brian Snitker and the Braves' brain trust choose to close games? Where will Ynoa and Anderson slot in the rotation when they return? Does Atlanta have the best infield in baseball? David imparts stats that corroborate the aforementioned assertion. Lastly, Dansby's patience and keen eye have helped dramatically reduce his strikeout rate. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Gabe on Twitter: @GabeBurnsAJC Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David is joined by Georgia native and The Athletic's Nationals reporter Maria Torres. She talks about growing up in the Peach State, attending UGA and covering Trout and Ohtani for the L.A. Times before coming to The Athletic. Then David and Maria dive into the disappointing Nationals 2021 season. From Stephen Strasburg's injury to the trade deadline fire sale to the future with Juan Soto. Finally they discuss the NL race between the Braves, Phillies and Mets. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Maria on Twitter: @Maria_Torres3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David and special guest Eno Sarris, The Athletic's baseball analytics guru, cover a potpourri of baseball-related topics. But, to start, the guys stick to analyzing the Braves' recent stretch of success. Is Atlanta's high level of performance sustainable? Do they have the personnel to win the NL East? Why is Major League Baseball eliminating rules that people actually like? Farhan Zaidi and Giants are surprising everyone in baseball. Where does Joey Votto rank among the league's most cerebral players? Plus, Charlie Morton is indispensable; will Atlanta re-sign Freeman & Dansby Swanson's improvements. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eno on Twitter: @enosarris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch 755 Is Real on YouTube: youtube.com/755isreal Well, that took a lot longer than expected but, hey, it did happen. The Atlanta Braves are over .500 on the season after dispatching the St. Louis Cardinals in a four-game sweep. DOB and EOF contemplate if Atlanta can maintain its hot streak through the remaining weeks of the regular season. The guys react to standout individual performances from the St. Louis series, specifically Austin Riley, Freddie Freeman, and the invaluable trade deadline additions. Plus, a Thursday walk-a-thon; Dansby's strikeouts; Liberty Media's revenue spurt. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Although Atlanta lost its weekend series to Milwaukee, the three-game set afforded the Braves a chance to evaluate its new players that were brought in at the deadline. DOB and EOF appraise Richard Rodriguez, Adam Duvall, and Jorge Soler's performances versus the Brewers. Atlanta's late and close shortcomings continue. David lists the headlining stats endemic of a team toiling in late-game situations. Which Braves' standout is beleaguered by dismal high-leverage batting? Plus, Jorge Soler's Herculean strength will be a valuable resource for Atlanta. Soler's ability to send balls flying leads the guys to discussing other home run threats, past and present. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF react to Atlanta's flurry of 11th-hour trade deadline transactions. Did the club address its deficiencies? How will the complexion of the lineup change with the addition of Adam Duvall and Jorge Soler? Can ex-Pirate Richard Rodriguez infuse the energy needed to get the bullpen through the last month of the regular season and into the playoffs? Who were some trade deadline winners and losers? Are the Braves the NL East favorites through August? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% off an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF discuss Kyle Muller and Touki Toussaint's tear on the mound, and weigh in on their future impact. The duo praise both Dansby Swanson and Freddie Freeman's improvement at the plate while examining their stats over the last month and a half. Plus, remembering Jerry Meals and the 'worst call ever', 10 years later. Join 755 on YouTube!: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOxoGQLuu0w_gn70rsla0Vw Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Save 33% on an annual subscription to The Athletic by visiting: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF, back from the All-Star break and a Wiffle ball tournament, unroll blueprints for the Braves' run at the postseason. Atlanta's playoff bid rests heavily on their upcoming stretch against San Diego, Philadelphia, and the Mets, all of whom David and Eric examine. The Braves added yet another catcher, the club's seventh THIS SEASON to be exact, in Stephen Vogt. Will Vogt's bat and clubhouse authority aid Atlanta's efforts to play in September and beyond? What's going on with A.J. Minter? What will it take for him to return to his former splendor? Max Fried orchestrated a magnificent start against Rays, but can he keep it up? Lastly, Joc Pederson is off to a fast start after his first series as a Brave. Will he consistently produce and have a chance to transform into 'Joctober' when/if the time comes? Lastly, Freddie is back to his usual self. 755 Is Real on YouTube: https://youtu.be/c4wnPZOuQHo Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

755 Is Real on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UDz4C46gT8 Wow, an actual Braves news item broke BEFORE we recorded the podcast, that almost never happens. DOB and EOF are extra thankful for this timely nugget because they're able to start your weekend off on a high note by reacting to Atlanta acquiring Joc Pederson from the Cubs in exchange for 1B prospect Bryce Ball. Is Pederson's addition enough to bridge the space left by Ronald Acuna Jr. who remains out with a season-ending injury? Does this transaction signal an all-in attitude from the front office? Who could the Braves trade for next? David and Eric determine the club's most glaring needs as the trade deadline approaches. Why does the Braves-Cubs exchange instill more confidence in Eric about Freddie Freeman's ongoing contract situation? Lastly, will seven-inning double-headers be no more after this year? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletlc.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fresh off the heels of an exciting Home Run Derby, David and Eric swing back into action to discuss the latest with the Braves and MLB. Beginning with the latter, why does Eric think Ohtani was rushing and exerting himself too much in the HR Derby? Is Pete Alonso the greatest HR Derby participant of all time? We can only bury the lead for so long, Atlanta's young superstar, Ronald Acuna Jr., suffered a season-ending ACL injury prior to the All-Star break. What's Acuna's recovery timeline like? Who will replace the Braves' dynamic talent, and does this signal the end of Atlanta's season? Freddie Freeman recently spoke with David to express his thoughts and feelings about the club's season and his ongoing contract situation. Draft discourse ensures and David and Eric react to Ryan Cusick joining Atlanta's prospect pool. What does the former Demon Deacon righty bring to the Braves? 755 Is Real YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOxoGQLuu0w_gn70rsla0Vw Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF quickly discuss Atlanta's series loss to Pittsburgh and look ahead to the final three-game stretch against the Marlins before the All-Star break. With Sunday being the MLB Draft, Eric regales us with tales about his road to the show. Lastly, once he's in condition to throw in-game, will Ynoa start out in the pen? Watch 755 Is Real on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOxoGQLuu0w_gn70rsla0Vw Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF are back in front of their mics, post-Fourth of July, to, reluctantly, cover Monday's letdown in Pittsburgh. When will his one-step-forward-two-steps-back pattern end? Can the Braves pull even or ahead of a .500 record before the All-Star break? Speaking of the All-Star break, full All-Star Game rosters were released, detailing which players will get a chance to play in Colorado. David and Eric opine over who they believe were snubbed, and debate Pittsburgh's Adam Frazier earning the starting nod over Ozzie Albies at second base. Lastly, the guys review the weekend's series win over Miami, including Max Fried's walk-off hit and Ronald Acuna's HBP. Subscribe to the 755 Is Real YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOxoGQLuu0w_gn70rsla0Vw Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB is joined by ex-Braves utility man extraordinaire, Kelly Johnson, on today's podcast! The guys applaud Atlanta's series win in New York, including a 20-run, 20-hit outburst that helped the Braves climb the NL East standings. Did Kelly ever experience an offensive clinic like that in his career? David and Kelly react to All-Star Game honorees, including Ronald Acuna Jr. and Freddie Freeman, who will start at center field and first base, respectively. Freeman's ASG nod came on the same night as his walk-off hit in the club's series finale against the Mets. Is Ozzie Albies a dark horse candidate for NL MVP? DOB, KJ and Producer Cam discuss Topps Project 70's latest one-of-a-kind baseball card featuring Ronald Acuna Jr. Artist Tyson Beck designed the one-off and, man, it's stellar. Check out 755 Is Real's YouTube page to see the card, or visit Topps' website (both links below). The duo discusses Major Leaguers with the most swagger, and Max Fried's return.  755 Is Real on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOxoGQLuu0w_gn70rsla0Vw Topps Project 70, Ronald Acuna Jr. card:  https://bit.ly/3h94FhY Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF synopsize Atlanta's last eight games wherein the club went 4-4, splitting series against the Reds and Mets. A lowlight of those contests was the Braves' inability to score with runners in scoring position. How can a team improve in that area (aside from just hitting the ball and putting it into play)? David and Eric share their opinions of Kyle Muller, who earned his first big league win versus Cincinnati, and, also, look down the road towards what caliber of pitcher he could develop into. Disaster and bad luck are seemingly tattooed onto Mike Soroka as the 23-year-old re-tore his Achillies, the same Achillies he injured back in 2020. The duo contemplates the chances Ronald Acuna Jr. will participate in the Home Run Derby and what type of competition he would face. Lastly, the guys hit on some potential trade target the Braves may pursue. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF take a look around the NL East to assess where the Braves fall in the division's hierarchy. Is Kyle Schwarber the second-best lead-off hitter in the division behind Acuna? How about the league? Max Scherzer was livid when Joe Girardi asked officials to check him for foreign substances. What do Girardi's actions say about the Phillies? Could the Mets win without DeGrom? Eric then explains how challenging it is to perform in the majors when teams routinely option players to the minors. Why do so few teams allow players to fully grasp their bearings? How are players affected psychologically by constantly ruminating about being demoted? The guys kibbitz about Craig Kimbrel and Jesse Chavez, Eric's old teammates in Atlanta. Kimbrel is off to an impressive 2021 campaign, a marked improvement from 2020. Chavez discusses rejoining the Braves, and praises Eric, among others, for establishing a clubhouse culture he felt welcome in. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Atheltic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF, who are both out of town, catch up on Atlanta's latest series against St. Louis and the New York Mets. The duo weighs the pros and cons of in-game foreign substance checks, and they discuss Jacob DeGrom's start versus the Bravos. David and Eric then swap thoughts on Ian Anderson's start in New York, where he's beginning to establish a track record of success. Ronald Acuna Jr. blasted two, eventual game-winning solo home runs, one against the Cardinals and the other New York. With the 24-year-old phenom safeguarding a pair of wins, David and Eric ask themselves, where would the Braves be without Acuna? Plus, Kyle Muller describes his emotions from his first-career start, a lasting memory that also featured squaring off against DeGrom. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF share in Braves nation's discontent in the series finale versus the Red Sox; where miscues by the Braves compounded and lead to a loss. Brian Snitker voiced his frustration with his team's gaffes in a rare flare of dissent. Was Snitker right to vocalize his thoughts? What did the guys think of the series finale? David and Eric rehash Atlanta's off-season bullpen losses and elaborate how losing Darren O'Day and Marty Reed is bearing consequence. What should the organization do with A.J. Minter, who has been inconsistent as of late? The guys also react to Jayson Stark's and Britt Ghiroli's columns on baseball's foreign substance issues. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Back from vacation, DOB, partnered with EOF, as always, welcome former Braves do-it-all, Kelly Johnson. Kelly, David and Eric run the gamut, chatting about Jacob DeGrom's remarkable year; reminiscing about Acuna's contract, and how fortunate Atlanta is he signed it; Kelly's kids, who are baseball-playing age, and how the development of younger players has evolved since he, and Eric, were young; Kelly shares his perspective on the Bravos' 2021 campaign; Acuna's mighty lead-off ability, and how it sets the stage for Freddie Freeman; how offensive and defensive approaches to the game have changed; performance coaches and their influence on players as well as rare qualities some of the best coaches in the game share, and Austin Riley's upshoot might net him an All-Star nod. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal In their first meeting since 2020's NLCS, the Braves and Dodgers put on quite a show in their three-game series. DOB and EOF breakdown the weekend clash and deliberate if this could be the turning point in Atlanta's season. The Bravos recalled Shane Greene from Triple-A, potentially fortifying their bullpen. What comments did he have for David about the state of the organization? The duo analyzes the club's success versus Cy Young winners, including Kershaw and Bauer in the Dodgers series. Lastly, spin rates are falling off a cliff for whatever reason...a prime example is Bauer, whom Shane Greene discussed with David. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal DOB and EOF take a comprehensive look at the Los Angeles Dodgers' scouting report ahead of their first meeting with Atlanta since last season's NLCS. The guys key in on the weekend's pitching matchups, including Tucker Davidson's start. Davidson, who recorded five sturdy innings of pitching, will start again, but against the reigning World Series champs. What did Davidson show in his last start? Can he limit the walks? How impressive was his pacing? Standing approximately 60 inches away from Atlanta's hurlers will be LA's heavy hitters. Who is raking this year? Producer Cam (typing in the 3rd person here...which is weird) plays some new (jocular) podcast intros. Which was the best? Plus, Dansby and Ozzie are hitting great while Freddie struggled in the month of May. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal DOB and EOF address Marcell Ozuna's arrest on domestic violence charges. How did this atrocity unfold? Where does Ozuna stand with Atlanta and MLB now? Can the Braves void the 30-year-old outfielder's contract, and will he ever wear a Braves uniform again (2:00)? Plus, Atlanta earns a much-needed win over Washington. Also, will Mike Soroka return this year? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit; theathletic.com/755isreal Atlanta can't wait to flip the calendar and leave May in the past. DOB and EOF reflect on the Braves' dismal month, highlighted by a torrent of injuries, and deliberate replacement options for Marcell Ozuna after suffering broken fingers. The guys also diagnose baseball's offensive crisis and suggest ways to fix languid bats. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOB and EOF ask you to turn your history books to page 2021 to read about Atlanta's commanding, history-making win over Pittsburgh. Austin Riley's torrid bat is helping him make a name for himself as one of the league's best hitters. Acuna is suffering from a mild dry spell, but that won't stop the 23-year-old baseball prodigy from swinging the bat at first-pitch offerings. Lastly, what's all this noise about Brian Snitker not letting the kids play? For those who believe this is the case, why? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $1 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal Atlanta's friendly neighborhood Sliderman aka Luke Jackson joins DOB and EOF on today's show! The trio reacts to Jacob Webb's erroneous pitch that struck Kevin Pillar in the face. Has Eric, the former pitcher, and/or Luke hit batter in the face before? How is Webb handling the accident? The guys cover Charlie Morton's 2021 campaign, including how he's on the precipice of a major turnaround. What about Morton makes his spin rate consistently top-tier? The group also touches on Albert Puljos' first homer as a Dodger, no-hitters being tossed with regularity, and Kung Fu Panda's hugs. Luke shares his thoughts on his statistical improvement this year, and why he attributes it to fans being back in attendance. How critical was re-signing Shane Greene and having Chris Martin return from injury? How has Soroka been since his procedure? Eric and Luke chat about their golf games, and which Braves pitcher is the best golfer. To close, the triumvirate chitchat about Atlanta's bullpen, their offense, and Austin Riley's magnificent season. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Follow Luke on Twitter: @YaBoy77 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join The Athletic for just $3.99 a month! Visit: theathletic.com/755isreal DOB and EOF return from a weekend series win by Atlanta over Milwaukee. Freddie Freeman's bat is picking up steam, slugging over 1.100 OPS in his last four outings while Austin Riley continues to orchestrate a strong 2021 campaign. Are either showing signs of slowing down? Can each of their respective hot streaks continue? The Giants are living up to their namesake as a towering force in the NL, plus the Dodgers sign another future Hall of Famer, go figure. The guys dissect the Braves comeback bid in Milwaukee that fell just short. What was the catalyst for the run? Why did it breakdown? David and Eric explore Atlanta's bullpen usage, which was called into question following Sunday's loss. Lastly, Jesse Biddle was DFA'd by Atlanta after Sunday's stinker, and the guys go inning-by-inning examining the Braves near-miracle in Milwaukee. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part Three of The Athletic?s Origins story for Dell Technologies ?Small Business Podference? series. In this episode The Athletic?s co-founders Alex Mather and Adam Hansmann continue on about the company?s expansion into the U.K., how the team got through the shutdown of sports and challenges that lay ahead. Writers, Marcus Thompson, Anthony Slater, Zach Harper and David Aldridge give their thoughts on that process as well. For the complete lineup of episodes, visit delltechnologiespodference.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices