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The Atlanta Braves devoted their 2017 draft resources to securing elite talents at the top of the draft with Kyle Wright and Drew Waters. 92.9 The Game Braves reporter Grant McAuley joins the show to recap the Braves' strategy and players to watch for.

The Atlanta Braves enter into another pivotal juncture of their rebuild owning the No. 5 pick in the 2017 MLB Draft — along plenty of slot bonus money — just days after top prospect Sean Newcomb made his major-league debut. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss the two ends of the prospect spectrum prior to Monday's first round.

With Adonis Garcia returning from the disabled list and immediately being plugged back into the starting lineup, what happens with rookie third baseman Rio Ruiz? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss. Plus, Julio Teheran's struggles and Matt Adams' power. (Programming note: Chopcast LIVE returns on Wednesday, June 7.)

Tyler Flowers leads MLB in on-base percentage, but so far isn't among the All-Star Game's top vote-getters. Does the Braves catcher have a case to get to Miami? Chip Caray and Cory McCartney discuss that and more.

In a special edition of the show, Baseballism store manager at The Battery in Atlanta, Brad Patterson, a former high-school and college baseball player, tells the story of his career. Patterson documents how he was struck in the back of the head with a line drive in high school, ended up in a coma and worked his way back to the field and normalcy.

Baseball America writer Carlos Collazo joins the show to break down the 2017 MLB Draft's best players and preview who could be available for Atlanta at No. 5 overall. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney also discuss the struggles of Bartolo Colon and R.A. Dickey as well as Tyler Flowers' ridiculous pace at the plate.

Bartolo Colon is struggling and it's the first real test of the Braves' gameplan with their current and future rotation pieces. Chip Caray joins Cory McCartney to discuss.

The Atlanta Braves found a serviceable replacement for Freddie Freeman in trading for Matt Adams on Saturday. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss the left-handed slugger's fit and the deal's long-term outlook.

Freddie Freeman's fractured left wrist hurts the Atlanta Braves' organization on multiple levels. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss the presumed end to a possible MVP run and how the franchise moves forward this season. Plus, Chip Caray joins the show to talk about the tumultuous series against Toronto.

Atlanta Braves outfielder Matt Kemp continues to produce at an outstanding rate to help boost the offense. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss his numbers and their road trip up to visit with the Rome Braves.

The Braves' starters are in the midst of a rough stretch. What's the most concerning part of this run? Chip Caray joins Cory McCartney to discuss that, Ender Inciarte, Dansby Swanson and a Mother's Day icon.

The Atlanta Braves secured a bench option and sent another one packing by trading for Danny Santana and releasing Ryan Howard. What does it all mean for the big-league club? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss.

Following a disappointing homestand, particularly for Atlanta Braves pitchers, the question is here: Is SunTrust Park a hitters' haven? Or have Atlanta's simply not pitched up to par in the first 13 games at their new ballpark? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss, plus a conversation with Jim Johnson, the Braves' DH options and more.

Adonis Garcia, Jace Peterson, Brandon Phillips and Dansby Swanson have all hit No. 2 for the Braves. Who is the best bet in this spot right now? Chip Cary and Cory McCartney discuss that, the challenge Atlanta faces vs. the Cardinals' rotation and more.

Freddie Freeman is one of the best players in baseball and starting to build an early MVP case for the first time in his career. Plus, Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss Mike Foltynewicz's recent production, Dansby Swanson and more.