Atlanta secured its 10th straight series win by taking two of three in Cleveland. David and Eric put a bow on the series by discussing Mike Soroka's start in the series finale, Brian Snitker earning win No. 600, and Ronald Acuna Jr. being the first player ever to achieve 20/40 before the All-Star break. Plus, a retrospective on the Max Olson and Sean Murphy trades, and thoughts on Jayson Stark's mid-season awards and Ozzie Albies' performance. Watch the episode on...

The Braves' torrid streak continues after a three-game sweep of the Marlins, including a 16-run eruption in the series opener. David and Eric unpack the eventful series by discussing Mike Soroka's return to Atlanta, and the club's assault on offense that's now carried through June and into the start of July. The guys then talk about the eight (8!) Braves who made the All-Star roster, and if Ronald Acuna Jr. could create the 40/75 club. Watch the episode on...

David and Eric discuss the Marlins series, and Mike Soroka's return to Atlanta. The duo also talk about the Braves' home run binge and overall success in June, plus Ronald Acuna Jr., Orlando Arcia, and Sean Murphy make it as All-Star starters. All that and more in today's live room edition of 755 Is Real. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spencer Strider overcame an arduous stretch to pitch a 1.38 ERA with 19Ks in his last two starts. David and Eric discuss how Strider righted the ship. Plus, AJ Smith-Shawver was optioned to Gwinnett. Does this set the stage for Mike Soroka to return? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Sponsored by: Omaha Steaks: Go to omahasteaks.com and type REAL into the search bar and order the Gourmet Grill Pack today! LinkedIn: Try LinkedIn Sales Navigator and get a...

What positions are the Braves in need/want of with the trade deadline a month and change out? Elly De La Cruz is baseball's fastest man, but how does Ronald Acuna Jr. stack up against him and why has Acuna been pacing himself this season? Plus, is Bryce Elder an All-Star caliber pitcher, and what was with the Phillies broadcasters criticising Marcell Ozuna's celebration? Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Special guest Ellen Adair, analyst for MLB Network and actress (The Sinner, Homeland, Bull, et. al), joins David and Eric on today's podcast! Ellen helps the guys preview the Braves-Phillies series. She also discusses her Phillies fandom and more! Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/qGHK1D5rHpM?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Follow Ellen on Twitter: @ellen_adair Sponsored by: Factor: Head to factormeals.com/real50 and...

Atlanta won two of three in Detroit, and though a 'win is a win', there were moments in the series that left fans with questions that David and Eric answered today. The guys kick off the show discuss Jesse Chavez's injury before digging into Ronald Acuna Jr.'s continued dominance. Later, the duo consider if we should be concerned about Spencer Strider. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/H1oUulXvfPw?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on...

The first MLB All-Star ballot was revealed, and Sean Murphy, Ronald Acuna Jr., and ORLANDO ARCIA lead voting at their respective positions. David and Eric chat about the early ASG ballot results, teams that are surprisingly bad (looking at you Cardinals, Mets, and Phillies), AJ Smith-Shawver's first start, and more! Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/ZvluoFpn1NY?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Sponsored by: Omaha Steaks:...

You asked, and we answered. David and Eric took your questions on The Athletic app and shared their best responses. Are we finally done chastising Ozzie Albies over his switch hitting? Should Spencer Strider have a different mindset, or even make adjustments, when his stuff isn't at full strength? Plus, the inimitable Jesse Chavez, and Marcell Ozuna's pep talk to Michael Harris. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Sponsored by: Omaha Steaks: Visit...

Atlanta concluded their time out West with a series win over the Diamondbacks, which included a monstrous go-ahead grand slam by Eddie Rosario. David and Eric discuss Rosario's recent string of success, and then they jump into rookie AJ Smith-Shawver's debut. Could Smith-Shawver eventually start this season? Plus, thoughts on Mike Soroka's second outing, Marcell Ozuna's 415-ft single, and more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/iRvTeJgjk58?feature=share Follow David on...

In the 300th episode (!!!) of 755 Is Real, David and Eric answer listener questions on The Athletic app in a live room. The guys point out silver linings in the ugly A's series, rookie AJ Smith-Shawver's meteoric rise to the Braves rotation, why we shouldn't worry about Bryce Elder regressing, and a litmus test for Mike Soroka against a surging Diamondbacks team. Thank you all for supporting 755 Is Real over the years. We wouldn't be here without you! Follow David on Twitter:...

The Atlanta Braves, and baseball world as a whole, welcomed back Mike Soroka to the majors after a near three-year absence. David and Eric discuss Soroka's first start since 2020, when he first tore his Achilles, and what we might expect from him as he continues to reacclimate to big league ball. Plus, the guys converse about Atlanta's grueling travel itenary, flying from Georgia after playing the Phillies to Oakland overnight, and how that may have affected them in the A's series opener....

Chad Durbin, a former big leaguer who made stops in Philidelphia and Atlanta, among others, and a current radio analyst for the Phillies, joins David and Eric on today's show. The trio discusses Chad and Eric's time as teammates while with the Braves before hopping into previewing the upcoming divisional clash. Chad shares his thoughts on Trae Turner, Bryce Harper, and Dave Dombrowski's philosophy. Plus, the guys consider how players try to improve by changing their physiques. Eric and Chad...

Atlanta's early 4-0 lead over Los Angeles slipped from their grasp as Charlie Morton struggled through five innings of action in a 8-6 series-opening loss. David and Eric discuss Monday's tough-to-stomach loss and look ahead to the rest of the series. The guys also chat about Jared Shuster's first big league win, and how Ronald Acuna Jr. continues to post mind-boggling numbers. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/F7AP-lc3YvM?feature=share Follow David on Twitter...

David and Eric wrap up a series win in Arlington as the Braves take two of three from the first place Rangers. Ronald Acuña led the way with a home run in every game. The guys discuss Matt Olson's slump and his alarming strike out rate. Eric says don't panic, he'll figure it out. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/aZTA9CpvWy0?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Check out our sponsors: -Athletic Greens is going to give you a...

David and Eric marvel at Charlie Morton's dominance at 39-years old. How does he do it? How long can he play? How important is he to the Braves clubhouse? The guys also discuss when we can expect to see Mike Soroka back in the big leagues and Ronald Acuña's latest monster home run. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/aZTA9CpvWy0?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Check out our sponsors... -Get a sixty-day free trial at...

Atlanta's rotation took yet another hit when Max Fried was placed on the IL, leaving the Braves without last year's Cy Young runner-up and Kyle Wright. David and Eric discuss options for Atlanta's rotation, and consider if the team's depth, both in the pen and lineup, is enough to weather this stretch. Plus, the guys look ahead to the Blue Jays series. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/aZTA9CpvWy0?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on...

Atlanta has won 7 of their last 10 games after taking a pair from the Orioles over the weekend. David and Eric discuss Braden Shewmake's MLB debut, Ronald Acuna's extraordinary outfield throw to third for an out, and much more. Plus, Orlando Arcia makes a surprise return off of the IL. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/6Y2GPw0gZWk Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 ------------------------------------------------ Sponsored by: Linkedin:...

Braves-Marlins was a surprisingly busy series. David and Eric discuss Kyle Wright's injury, Marcell Ozuna's hot bat, Ronald Acuna Jr. and Michael Harris being dinged up and more. Plus, the guys preview the Orioles series. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Despite the uncooperative weather in New York, the Braves and Mets cranked out three games, two of which Atlanta won; however, the divisional rivalry wasn't without drama. David and Eric discuss if the Braves should have retaliated after Ronald Acuna Jr. was hit by a pitch. The guys cover other highlights in the Mets series, including Sean Murphy's massive day, and Spencer Strider's streak coming to an end. Watch the episode on...

David and Eric react to the A.J. Minter and the Braves squandering a 4-0 lead in the 9th inning of their series finale versus the Marlins. What's going on with Minter? When is Rasiel Iglasias due back? Plus, Eric shares what he and his teammates used to do during rain delays, and the gents preview the upcoming Mets series. Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/Rz5R7u43M7E?feature=share Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices....

David and Eric pick a part the weekend sweep by the Astros. Was the Braves' meek bullpen performance a matter of fatigue? Eric analyzes A.J. Minter's matchup with Yordan Álvarez before the guys chat about Atlanta's home/away splits, a surprise start by Bryce Elder, and more. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOVN6Z2Dq-U Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David and Eric cover a lot of ground in today's episode of 755 Is Real -- from a Padres series round-up, previewing Atlanta's upcoming series against the Astros, and Sam Hilliard and Ronal Acuna Jr. showing out, to the A's moving to Las Vegas and Max Scherzer's ejection, there's a whole lot of fun topics in the podcast. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 ---------------------------------------- Sponsored by: Athletic Greens: If a comprehensive solution is...

The Braves have six-straigh in the bag, but can they add on to it in San Diego? Vaughn Grissom impressed in Kansas City, but Marcell Ozuna? Not so much. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow Eric on Twitter: @EOF34 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Johnson, ex-Braves utility man, touches base with David and Eric for the first time this year. The triumvirate cover a swath of topics including, Ronald Acuna Jr.'s dominance as Atlanta's lead-off hitter; if the bigger bases are affecting the game; Orlando Arcia's injury scare; the play that lead to Travis d'Arnaud's concussion, and much, much more! Producer's note: The top of the podcast reflects the latest news on Orlando Arcia's injury. Follow David on Twitter: @DOBrienATL Follow...