Around The Big Leagues

After an up and down road trip, the Atlanta Braves embarked on their longest homestand of 2023 with an exciting series win over the Seattle Mariners. Grant McAuley discusses the continued injury challenges for the Atlanta pitching staff, the drawbacks of too many bullpen games, and some internal options that could help ease the burden for the starting rotation. Alex Anthopoulos provides some insight on the challenges of pulling off a trade this time of year. Meanwhile, the Braves continue to get elite production from Ronald Acuña Jr. to lead the way offensively, but several other hitters are trying to get back on track. Hear from Atlanta third baseman Austin Riley on the process he's going through to turn things around at the plate. Also on the show, special guest Michael Clair of MLB.com joins to give us the history of the baseball cap, an inside look at the evolution of the game's headwear. Dayn Perry of CBS Sports stops by to chat about the St. Louis Cardinals and their challenging start to the season.