Braves Battling Despite Injuries, Plesac's Plea & Can the Bullpen Sustain Success?

The Bravos are treading above .500-waters while core members are sidelined with injuries, such as Ronald Acuna Jr., whom DOB and EOF provide an update on (2:00). Kyle Wright is scheduled to kick-off Atlanta's series against the Marlins, and besides his obvious struggles, why doesn't he just throw strikes like Josh Tomlin? The 24-year-old starter describes why it's not such an easy assignment (14:00). Cleveland Indian's righty, Zach Plesac, published a recent Instagram video expressing his disappointment in media members who have portrayed him and fellow teammate, Mike Clevinger, as "bad people". David and Eric share their insight into the matter (28:00). The duo discuss the swath of injuries affecting Atlanta (37:15), and the team's heavy reliance on the bullpen (45:15). Are the relief arms being taxed too much? Is their success sustainable? Plus, the Braves turn to a young pitcher to fill an "opener" role, and what are some relievers saying about potentially moving into a starting role (52:30)? Lastly, Braves revenues plummet (55:15).

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