# Atlanta Braves MAILBAG: What If Austin Riley Can’t Find it?

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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: 2026-05-08T17:32:56+00:00
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## Resource

Atlanta Braves enter uncharted territory as Austin Riley’s struggles at the plate intensify. Can the Braves contend if their $22 million third baseman remains an “automatic out”? Jake Mastroianni fields fans’ burning questions, assessing Riley’s recent performance, mental approach, and the dilemma of whether Atlanta could—or should—consider a third-base upgrade. Other key storylines include the Braves’ inconsistent base-stealing strategy, who steps up with Ronald Acuña Jr. injured, and which prospects have true star potential. Pitching confidence is tested as fans debate Bryce Elder’s trade value, the reliability of Chris Sale, and bullpen management. Hot-button topics also cover Mike Yastrzemski’s power drought, Sean Murphy criticism, possible trade targets like Yordan Alvarez, and the impact of upcoming matchups against the Dodgers and Cubs. Braves fans won’t want to miss this sharp, candid analysis of Atlanta’s biggest question marks and roster gambles.

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