Drake Baldwin Returns From IL, While Spencer Strider Avoids Surgery | Atlanta Braves Podcast

Drake Baldwin is activated off the IL after a brief rehab stint, boosting Atlanta’s lineup and replacing a struggling catcher group. Lindsay Crosby breaks down Baldwin’s elite offensive numbers, potential leadoff role, and lineup construction questions. The show also covers Spencer Strider’s MRI results (inflammation, no ligament damage), a four-week shutdown plan, and roster implications. Finally, a preview of the Giants series: San Francisco’s poor record, key hot hitters, pitching matchups, and why a sweep isn’t guaranteed. Buy Braves Today merch: bravestoday.store Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/wksQqVNEpX Follow Lindsay on Twitter: @CrosbyBaseball Read our written work: bravestoday.substack.com Get 20% off at NCase Cards with promo code "BravesToday Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.