NLDS preview: Braves vs Phillies

In this edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report, beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black set the stage for the NLDS rematch against the Phillies. This episode was required in front of a live virtual audience of AJC subscribers on Friday at noon. Our crew will break down what’s changed between these two teams since Philadelphia’s upset last year. Justin will also explain why Spencer Strider might be the Braves most important player in this series and updates the status of Max Fried. We will also look at who the surprise candidates might be for the Braves NLDS roster. Follow the Braves Report podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play the Braves Report podcast.” For more podcasts from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, please visit our podcast page. Check out these AJC stories mentioned in this podcast ·        Spencer Strider, Max Fried to start Games 1 and 2 for Braves ·        In a surprise, Daysbel Hernandez makes Braves’ NLDS roster ·        Braves took season series from Phillies with many memorable moments ·        Five reasons the Braves can win it all ·        Like Braves, the Phillies are better this time, too   PRESENTED BY KROGER: Kroger has scary good savings for all your Halloween needs. Save 30% on tag reflected merchandise from Décor, treat carriers, pumpkin carving kits, toys and more. Visit Kroger.com/Halloween or your local Atlanta Kroger today for savings. ADVERTISE ON THE BRAVES REPORT: If your business wants to reach a loyal and passionate group of Braves fans, please contact email us at [email protected]. SUBSCRIBE TO THE AJC: If you aren’t a subscriber to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, click here to get unlimited digital access to the AJC at a special price. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices