CJ Nitkowski SHAKES UP Fan Expectations About Atlanta Braves' Offseason Strategy

Atlanta Braves take bold steps to raise their floor, but is a World Series run guaranteed? Veteran pitching changes and a deepened bench headline the offseason moves, with Jeremy Hefner joining as pitching coach and Hassan Kim locked in at shortstop. Jake Mastroianni and guest analyst CJ Nitkowski spotlight how additions like Mauricio Dubón and Mike Yastrzemski enhance lineup flexibility, while the bullpen fortifies around returning closers Iggy and Suarez.Debate heats up on ceiling-raising strategies, questioning if another top starting pitcher—like rumored targets Ranger Suárez or Freddie Peralta—could make the Braves favorites for October. The conversation explores coach impacts, player approaches, and the team’s new focus on patience at the plate, probing whether Atlanta’s evolving strategy sets them apart. With spring training around the corner, the Braves’ hunger for more could shape their climb in the NL East.  Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join at http://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Every Friday night, before the games tip off, FanDuel gives fans a new way to kick off the weekend with NBA Happy Hour. Check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. FanDuel — the Official Sportsbook Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.