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FOX Sports South Braves reporter Kelsey Wingert joins the show to discuss late spring storylines, Ronald Acuña Jr., the Braves' young starters, Josh Donaldson and more. Also, Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney weigh in on Atlanta's most intriguing outfield alignment of the spring and MLB rule changes.

After health setbacks for multiple starting pitchers, who are the Atlanta Braves' options to start on Opening Day? It's a short list.

Bryce Harper signed a 13-year, $330 million contract to stay in the National League East, making the Atlanta Braves' future playoff path that much more difficult. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss the blockbuster free-agent signing and what it means for the division.

How will Mike Soroka's shoulder setback affect the Atlanta Braves' Opening Day rotation? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss.

With MLB superstar Manny Machado signing a 10-year deal with San Diego to stay in the National League, did the playoff path just get more difficult? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss the fallout of the Machado news as it relates to the Atlanta Braves and the NL East.

As he reports to 2019 spring training, three-time All-Star threw his support behind the Atlanta Braves front office after a relatively quiet offseason in the hyperactive NL East. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss his comments, Ronald Acuña Jr. wanting to stay at leadoff and more.

As Braves pitchers and catchers report to 2019 spring training, Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss early takeaways from conversations with Brian McCann, Rick Kranitz and more.

Did the dynamics of the NL East power structure shift with star catcher J.T. Realmuto staying in the division and heading to Philadelphia? Cory McCartney and Zach Dillard discuss.

The Atlanta Braves invited 20 non-roster players to their 2019 spring camp, including top prospects Ian Anderson, Austin Riley, Cristian Pache and Drew Waters. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney run through the most intriguing names and outline their expectations.

Baseball America executive editor JJ Cooper joins the show to discuss Austin Riley, Ian Anderson, William Contreras and more concerning the Atlanta Braves' top prospects entering the 2019 season.

All-Star outfielder Nick Markakis re-signed with the Atlanta Braves on a one-year, $4 million deal with a 2020 club option. Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss his return, where he fits in the lineup and what's next.

The Atlanta Braves reached contract agreements and avoided arbitration hearings with seven eligible players, but roster question marks remain in an improving NL East.

Should the Braves consider a multi-year deal with Mike Foltynewicz? Plus, Ring of Honor's TK O'Ryan on his path from baseball to wrestling.

What should top Atlanta Braves players list for their baseball-related New Year's resolutions? We have a few suggestions.

As the National League East continues to gear up for a fascinating 2019 division race, where will the Braves turn with their remaining roster decisions? Zach Dillard and Cory McCartney discuss a few of the possible options.