BRAVES vs DODGERS Preview + Is It Time To Bench Austin Riley?
From Atlanta Braves Radio Network by Atlanta Braves Radio Network
May 8, 2026 · 10 min
About this episode
Barrett Sallee previews the Braves' matchup against the Dodgers and discusses concerns regarding Austin Riley and the team's offense.
Barrett Sallee breaks down the Braves’ upcoming showdown with the Dodgers and reacts to the growing concerns around the offense after a rough series in Seattle. Is the panic overblown? And should the Braves consider giving Austin Riley a mental reset? Plus: Chris Sale vs Dodgers preview Spencer Strider’s return and bullpen usage Grant Holmes, Reynaldo López & the rotation questions Why the Braves’ early wins still matter Biggest takeaways heading into the Dodgers series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Barrett Sallee
Topics covered
- Braves vs Dodgers preview
- Austin Riley concerns
- offensive performance
- pitching matchups
- bullpen usage
- early season wins
Keywords
- Braves
- Dodgers
- Austin Riley
- Chris Sale
- Spencer Strider
- bullpen
- offense
- Seattle series
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Braves, Dodgers
Places: Seattle
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