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Can Spencer Strider Be Atlanta’s ‘Second Ace’ or Do They Trade for One? | Atlanta Braves Podcast
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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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