As the 2024 season comes to a close, the Atlanta Braves are still holding on to their dreams of winning a World Series title. Despite facing challenges such as losing ace pitcher Spencer Strider for the year and now star outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. for the remainder of the season, the team has managed to perform well. However, this latest setback presents yet another hurdle for the Braves to overcome.
On the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, hosts Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss not only how Acuña Jr.’s absence will impact the Braves but also baseball fans and the league as a whole. They wonder if Acuña Jr. will ever be able to regain his explosive form after his injury. Nonetheless, they remain confident in Braves General Manager Alex Anthopoulos’ ability to position the team for a postseason berth.
Jake and Jordan also recap recent baseball action including the Baltimore Orioles’ victory over the Chicago White Sox, the Cleveland Guardians’ hot streak against the Los Angeles Angels, and the Los Angeles Dodgers’ loss to the Cincinnati Reds. They also highlight an underdog story from NCAA Division III Birmingham–Southern College Panthers baseball team who made it to
