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Bryce Elder earned the win vs. the Blue Jays (6.2 IP, 3 ER) and owns a 2.63 ERA, but his low Stuff+ (86, 67th of 69 qualified starters) raises questions about October viability. Lindsay Crosby breaks down Elder’s improved four-seam velocity, declining slider Stuff+, pitch-mix changes, and strong hard-hit and barrel suppression, then argues Atlanta can use him with an aggressive bullpen plan but shouldn’t pencil him in as a top-three postseason starter, stressing the need for Strider’s return, internal options, or a trade.

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The Atlanta Braves are welcoming back an old friend, with former Braves starter Kevin Gausman on the mound for the Toronto Blue Jays in tonight's series opener in Truist Park. Here is your ten-minute scouting report for today's game.

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The Braves are 60 games in, 20 games over .500, and among the top World Series favorites, but the biggest question is whether they have enough postseason-caliber starters behind Chris Sale. Lindsay Crosby breaks down Spencer Strider’s evolving four-pitch mix, why his results may be skewed by small samples, and what realistic expectations look like as his velocity and whiffs trend up. With Spencer Schwellenbach uncertain and Hurston Waldrep rehabbing, Atlanta may need to add an impact starter with control, with names like Joe Ryan, Michael Wacha, and Logan Webb discussed. The episode also previews the Blue Jays series at Truist Park (Gausman/Elder, Corbin/Holmes, Sale/TBD), highlights Toronto’s extensive pitching injuries, and notes Lou Gehrig Day and bullpen context.

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Ronald Acuña Jr. breaks out with five homers, four steals, and key walks over a four-game span as Atlanta (40–20) posts its best start in franchise history despite his slow early numbers. Alex Anthopoulos says Hurston Waldrip begins a rehab assignment, raising questions about a potential six-man rotation and how to manage Grant Holmes, Martín Pérez, and bullpen spots. The show also examines shortstop playing time: Jorge Mateo’s hot streak versus Ha-Seong Kim working to regain form after a short rehab, with Walt Weiss emphasizing meritocracy, communication, and getting Kim up to speed.

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The Atlanta Braves, fresh off of Ronald Acuña Jr.-fueled wins in the first two games of their series against the Cincinnati Reds, have Spencer Strider on the mound as they go for a sweep in Great American Ball Park. Here is your ten-minute scouting report for today's game.

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