Hammer Territory: an Atlanta Braves podcast

Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 56 of the Hammer Territory podcast. Topics include the addition of Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson, the post-deadline comments of Alex Anthopoulos, where things stand now for the Atlanta Braves with two months to go in the regular season, and much more.

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Scott Coleman, Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman break down a big trade for the Braves bringing Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson back to Atlanta while saying farewell to Tyler Matzek.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert recap the Braves big win over the Mets to earn a series split over the weekend. Plus, the potential fallout from the Reynaldo Lopez injury concerns and more trade deadline talk as the deadline is less than two days away. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 53 of the Hammer Territory podcast. Topics include a hideous Friday night for the Atlanta Braves, a stellar Saturday behind the work of Spencer Schwellenbach, the upcoming trade deadline, and much more.

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman discuss another really bad performance by the Braves in their series opener against the Mets. Plus, uncharacteristic developments on and off the field are becoming more frequent for Atlanta as the Trade Deadline nears. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 51 of the Hammer Territory podcast. Topics include a rough Wednesday for the Atlanta Braves, the meager performance of the Atlanta's fifth (and sixth) starters, and much more.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert highlight the headlines for the Braves over the past few days and look at another double header on Wednesday. Plus, Stephen and Shawn dive into many factors that could play a part in how short or long term the Braves focus at the trade deadline will be. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 49 of the Hammer Territory podcast. Topics include a bleak weekend for the Atlanta Braves, injuries to Max Fried and Ozzie Albies, the pending debut of Nacho Alvarez, and much more.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Toblert look at how the Braves can start the second half of the season successfully against the Cardinals. Plus, how the offense can sustain better production, managing the starting staff, and a quick look at the 2025 schedule. 

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In a bonus episode, Atlanta Braves star Chris Sale joined Foul Territory for a fun interview during All-Star festivities in Texas.

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 47 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show focuses heavily on the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline, with the Atlanta Braves potentially exploring avenues to improve the outfield, the shortstop position, overall depth, and pitching.

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Stephen Tolbert, Shawn Coleman, and Scott Coleman have a detailed discussion about all the factors the Braves should focus on to improve their outfield at the MLB trade deadline. Perspectives include what offensive traits matter most, how much of a prospect price should be paid, should it be a cost controlled option or rental, and much more. Plus, a few specific names that check more boxes than most as the prime targets for Atlanta. 

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Episode 45 of the Hammer Territory podcast breaks down the final series of the "first half" for the Atlanta Braves, the team's Day 1 draft picks, Matt Olson's struggles, the upcoming All-Star break, and much more.

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 44 of the Hammer Territory Podcast, and he is joined by Carlos Collazo of Baseball America. The show focuses on the 2024 MLB Draft, including the best players in the class, Atlanta's draft philosophy, Carlos's favorite prospects, and much more.

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Scott Coleman and Stephen Tolbert co-host Episode 43 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The discussion begins with a back-and-forth affair between the Atlanta Braves and the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night. Then, the show looks ahead to the series finale with Max Fried and Brandon Pfaadt before teasing a special edition of the podcast coming on Friday.

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman recap another excellent offensive performance for the Braves in their fourth straight win. Plus, the improvement of Adam Duvall, remaining focused on the outfield at the trade deadline, and assessing Charlie Morton at the halfway point of the season. 

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Scott Coleman and Stephen Tolbert co-host Episode 41 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show touches on a much-needed series victory for the Atlanta Braves over the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta's trio of All-Star selections, the return of Eddie Rosario, injury updates, a peek at the upcoming trip to Arizona, and much more.

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 40 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show touches on a July 4th loss for the Atlanta Braves, the team's continued offensive issues, a mind-blowing stat, the upcoming showdown against the Philadelphia Phillies, and much more.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert look at an excellent bounce back performance from Chris Sale and the Braves bullpen on Wednesday. Plus, timely hitting from Austin Riley and Adam Duvall and the 2024 All-Star Game Starters are announced.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert discuss the Braves series opening loss against the Giants, including a shaky start from Reynaldo Lopez. Plus a thorough discussion about why the Braves offense is simply performing as should be expected right now, and looking at the pitching outlook for the rest of the home stand. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 37 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down a series win for the Atlanta Braves over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the end of the first half of the 2024 season, an offensive mini-swoon, and much more.

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Scott Coleman hosts Episode 36 of the Hammer Territory podcast, and he is joined by Atlanta Braves play-by-play voice Brandon Gaudin. The show touches on Brandon's first year and a half in the Braves booth, his childhood letter to Skip Caray, working with his television teammates, his confidence in Atlanta's team in 2024, Chris Sale's impact, the upcoming weekend, and much more.

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman breakdown the Braves offensive struggles in one of their worst losses of the season. Plus, plenty of offensive struggles have returned for Atlanta, Bryce Elder looks great in his return to the majors, and no Braves have to the chance to start the All-Star game for the first time in a while. 

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Shawn Coleman and Scott Coleman discuss the Braves chaotic few days ahead, as they will play three games in 30 hours. Plus, how to keep their recent momentum alive and looking at how pitching depth could play a factor at the trade deadline. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 33 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down a strong week for the Atlanta Braves, including a weekend series win over the New York Yankees, Max Fried’s continued excellence, Orlando Arcia’s struggles, and much more.

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Scott Coleman and Stephen Tolbert co-host Episode 32 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show focuses on a Friday night win for the Atlanta Braves over the New York Yankees, including Chris Sale's continued heroics, a powerful start to the evening, an active, four-game winning streak, and much more. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 31 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down the Atlanta Braves sweeping the Detroit Tigers, with stellar pitching, a big Wednesday from Sean Murphy, and much more.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert look at the Braves series opening win against the Tigers. Plus, assessing Marcell Ozuna's MVP odds, the Braves current outfield situation, and the latest on some of the young arms in the minors. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 29 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down an encouraging weekend for the Atlanta Braves, the awakening of the offense, Austin Riley and Jarred Kelenic showing signs, Hurston Waldrep's struggles, Raisel Iglesias's season, Grant Holmes' debut, fallout from Michael Harris's injury, and much more. 

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Shawn Coleman recaps an excellent effort from Chris Sale and one of Austin Riley's best games of the season. Plus, Shawn looks at how the Braves will deal with the absence if Michael Harris II in the near future. 

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Shawn Coleman welcomes back Stephen Tolbert to recap a much needed win for the Braves, mainly due to a brilliant performance from Reynaldo Lopez and a bit of life from the offense. Plus, Stephen discusses his recent trips to see the Braves person, more on Austin Riley, and previewing the weekend against the Rays. 

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Shawn Coleman breaks down another disappointing loss for the Braves as they experience a fifth straight loss for first time since 2017. Plus, Braves must do better with what they can control offensively and breaking Alex Anthopoulos's comments on the Braves 2024 struggles. 

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Scott Coleman hosts Episode 25 of the Hammer Territory podcast, and he is joined by Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The show touches on the hitting woes for the Atlanta Braves, as well as the team's superb pitching, baseball's best ballparks, and much more. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 24 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down a weekend loss for the Atlanta Braves in the nation's capital, touches on the team's prolonged struggles, discusses the debut of Hurston Waldrep, and much more. 

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Scott Coleman hosts an emergency episode of the Hammer Territory podcast, reacting to top prospect Hurston Waldrep making his debut for the Atlanta Braves on Sunday. 

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Scott Coleman joins Shawn Coleman to look at another solid performance from Reynaldo Lopez and an impressive breakthrough for the Braves offense in a comeback victory against the Nationals. Plus, the efficiency of Atlanta's starters and breaking down where Austin Riley can look to improve as he looks to regain his elite production.

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 21 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show touches on a split in Boston, a dismal Wednesday, Max Fried shoving, the upcoming series in Washington, and much more.

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman recap a dominant and historic performance from Max Fried in the Braves win over Boston, plus a big night for the offense. Shawn and Stephen also discuss the latest update on Sean Murphy, the addition of Brian Anderson, offensive improvements and preview Spencer Schwellenbach's second career start. 

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Brad Rowland and Scott Coleman co-host Episode 19 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show breaks down a series win over Oakland, the end of a grueling May, Matt Olson rounding into form, and much more.

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Episode 18 of the Hammer Territory podcast begins with Stephen Tolbert breaking down the latest around the Atlanta Braves, including another offense-driven loss on Thursday. Then, Stephen is joined by long-time Braves insider Mark Bowman of MLB.com for an extensive interview.

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 17 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show focuses on Wednesday's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Washington Nationals, including the debut of Spencer Schwellenbach and another woeful offensive performance. Then, the focus pivots to how projections have changed without Ronald Acuña and a surprise starter for Thursday.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert discuss another incredible outing by Max Fried, how the lineup will look without Ronald Acuna Jr., and the debut of Spencer Schwellenbach on Wednesday. Plus, how a a golden opportunity awaits the Braves to put together a needed stretch of wins. 

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Brad Rowland hosts an emergency episode of the Hammer Territory podcast to react to the news that Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuña Jr. will miss the remainder of the 2024 season with a torn ACL. 

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 14 of the Hammer Territory podcast, and he is joined by Grant McAuley of 92.9 The Game and all over the Braves internet. The show touches on Ronald Acuña Jr.'s injury, Atlanta's extended offensive issues, the fifth starter situation following the injury to AJ Smith-Shawver, Chris Sale's continued brilliance, and much more. 

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman look at AJ Smith-Shawver's impressive season debut as the Braves get their second straight win and a series win against the Cubs. Plus, Jarred Kelenic goes deep, Friday's starter for the Braves, and a preview of the Braves weekend ahead vs. the Pirates. 

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 12 of the Hammer Territory podcast. The show focuses on Wednesday's game between the Atlanta Braves and the Chicago Cubs, headlined by a complete game from Max Fried and a seventh inning eruption from the slumping offense.

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Shawn Coleman and Stephen Tolbert dive into one of the worst offensive performances of the year by the Braves as they opened their road trip in Chicago, mainly due to their struggles with runners in scoring position. They then break down the latest outstanding performances from Reynaldo Lopez and Chris Sale, the latest on Austin Riley and Sean Murphy, and the schedule ahead for the Braves. 

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 10 of the Hammer Territory podcast, and he is joined by Garrett Spain of Peach State Prospects and Battery Power. The show begins with a look at the first two games between the Atlanta Braves and the San Diego Padres, as well as the latest news and Atlanta's continued offensive woes. Then, Garrett joins to dive into Atlanta's farm system from the overall quality of the group to top prospects like AJ Smith-Shawver and Hurston Waldrep.

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Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman break down the pitching matchups and important factors in the Braves weekend series against the Padres. Shawn is then joined by ESPN's Buster Olney to discuss the start to the Braves season, what is sustainable and what can improve, and where the Braves stack up against the rest of baseball. Plus more discussion on Ronald Acuna Jr., Chris Sale, Max Fried, and what the Braves could do at the trade deadline. 

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Brad Rowland hosts Episode 8 of the Hammer Territory podcast, and he is joined by Kris Willis of Battery Power. The show breaks down a successful series for the Atlanta Braves against the Chicago Cubs, the latest injury news, Wednesday's ugly showing, a day off for Ronald Acuña Jr., and much more. 

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