# Are the Atlanta Braves Bad NOW Or Simply Going Through a Rough Patch?

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Podcast: [Locked On Braves - Daily Podcast On The Atlanta Braves](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-braves-daily-podcast-on-the-atlanta-braves-526948)
Published: 2026-06-18T17:33:24+00:00
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Atlanta Braves’ midseason slide raises questions—are injuries and slumping stars exposing real weaknesses, or is this just a rough patch before another turnaround? Jake Mastroianni breaks down the Braves’ recent 1-6 stretch against underperforming teams, scrutinizing lackluster offensive numbers from key players like Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, Austin Riley, and the ongoing absence of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Michael Harris II. The struggles on the mound and depth players like Mauricio Dubón and Jorge Mateo being pressed into star roles push the Braves’ true potential into sharp focus. Key talking points include whether Alex Anthopoulos must make bold roster moves before the trade deadline, bullpen management missteps, and how the Braves matchup against red-hot National League contenders like the Brewers and Dodgers. Jake Mastroianni addresses fan anxieties, the impact of injuries, and what needs to change for Atlanta to reclaim its contender status and spark a postseason run.

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