Braves Rotation Breakdown, Matt Adams Addition, Freddie Freeman Returns & More!

DOB and EOF recap the latest Braves news (:30) before discussing Atlanta's projected rotation, including how the team will manager their fifth starter spot (8:15). The guys cover the dilemmas the club has faced, like Touki Tousaint and Will Smith's positive Covid-19 tests at the start of camp (the latter still hasn't been cleared), Kyle Wright being exposed to a carrier of the virus, which has resulted in logging less reps than other starters and, of course, Cole Hamels' injury (12:30). There are several factors at play that could affect the outcomes this rotation produces; like Folty and Newcomb's performances and how the assortment of pitchers react in a starter/piggyback role (22:30). The duo react to the Braves signing Matt Adams (33:15), and gauge the potential impact he can make team as well as distinguish his role. Freddie Freeman detailed his nightmare run in with Covid-19, which makes his return to practice and scrimmage and producing effectively in those workouts all the more surprising (41:30). The Bravos Boys wrap up today's show by discussing Mike Soroka being named the Opening Day starter (48:15); the short history of duels Soroka has against Jacob DeGrom, whom he'll face Friday, and Brian Snitker's comment about the rotation's fifth spot (58:00).

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