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Ranting and Braving PodcastRanting and Braving Baseball Show: Opening Day Drama in New YorkOn this episode of the Ranting and Braving Baseball Show, Erik and Brennan discuss the first weekend of baseball.The guys discuss Juan Soto's opening weekend with the Yankees and their sweep of the Astros.Brennan gives his perspective on the Brewers and Mets drama surrounding Jeff McNeil and Rhys Hoskins and the hard slide.The boys highlight the rest of the series from opening weekend, before previewing the week coming up.Thanks for joining the show!2024-04-0240 minRanting and Braving PodcastSo... my friend needs some money The Baseball ShowOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving the Baseball Show, Erik and Brennan discuss the events from the Seoul SeriesBrennan and Erik give their perspectives on the gambling ring surrounding Dodger's star Shohei Ohtani, and what this could mean for baseball and the Dodgers. The guys discuss their predictions for the American and National League MVP race as well as the Cy Young races.Finally the guys talk about their matchups to watch for opening weekend.Thanks for tuning in, we hope you enjoy the show!2024-03-251h 01Ranting and Braving PodcastBaseball Show American League BreakdownOn this week's episode of the Ranting and Braving Baseball Show, Erik and Brennan discuss the last two weeks of spring training baseball.The guys go over their predictions for the American League as well as some of the recent situations that have popped up since teams broke camp two weeks ago.Erik and Brennan discuss some possible break through stars as well as teams to watch. They wrap up the show with their thoughts on some of the last few remaining high profile free agents.We hope you...2024-03-151h 14Ranting and Braving Podcast2024 Braves Spring Training Wish ListOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving Braves, Erik and Kel are back!Erik and Kel talk about last season and how abruptly it ended, as well as what went wrong.They discuss some old friends leaving as well as some newcomers who've joined the squad. They discuss changes they would make and how they see this team coming together. To wrap up they discuss some additions they would like to see.We hope you enjoy the show! 2024-03-0136 minRanting and Braving PodcastRanting and Braving Debuts the Baseball ShowTo kick off this season of baseball, Ranting and Braving is introducing an expansion to our usual content. If you find yourself enjoying baseball, or maybe you just like one of us, we invite you to check out our new show. If you fell in love with our Braves content, have no fear, that's not going anywhere either, that's coming soon!This season in addition to our Braves content, we will also be doing a more broad show for general baseball topics and discussion.On this episode Erik introduced Brennan Doyle, a friend of the...2024-02-281h 01Ranting and Braving PodcastThe Calm Before the West Coast StormOn this week's episode, Erik and Kel look back at a relatively smooth week of baseball by the Atlanta Braves. The Braves took 2 of three against the Giants, then 2 of three against the lowly Mets.Marcell Ozuna has been hot and is carrying the Braves, while some of the regular contributors are struggling to get going.Erik and Kel go off script, as Erik vents about some of the goings ons about Baseball, and Kel lets off some steam about college football.The Braves have a three game set this weekend with the Giants, followed by a series with the...2023-08-2559 minRanting and Braving PodcastCleaning up the Streets in New YorkOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving, Erik and Kel look back at the last few weeks of Braves baseball. The Braves are cruising through the summer as they dominate both New York teams and brace for a playoff run. The Braves made some acquisitions at the deadline which Erik and Kel react to, before dissecting what a potential Ohtani deal could look like, as we've watched the Angels squander their momentum. As we look ahead, the Braves have two sets with the Giants, a set the Mets, and then a set with the Rockies and Dodgers.2023-08-1957 minRanting and Braving PodcastThe Ohtani Episode ft. Brennan DoyleOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving, Erik and Kel bring on special guest Brennan Doyle. Brennan is a PNW resident who grew up rooting for the Halos, and has adopted the Braves as well.The guys pick Brennan's brain about life as an Angel's fan and a postOhtanilific era. What could a potential Ohtani trade look like? Who are potential suiters? The guys also look at the last few games post All Star break by the Braves, and a look forward.Finally, the Braves reminisce over some of their favorite sports video games.2023-07-211h 02Ranting and Braving PodcastAll Star Game Voting is Rigged ObviouslyOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving, Erik and Kel are fired up as the Braves approach the All Star Break. Kel and Erik unpack the Twins series, before Erik goes off on an unprepared Twitter FanBoy. Erik and Kel discuss the need to let fans dictate who they want in the All Star Game, and the face of baseball.Finally Erik and Kel veer off track discussing Bronny to the Hawks?!? As well as why Erik's not from Alabama.Follow us on Twitter at @itsmrmarkus and @kellenbkey and thanks for listening!2023-06-3052 minRanting and Braving PodcastRanting and Streaking: The Braves are on a Hot Streak!On this week's episode of Ranting and Braving, Erik and Kel talk about the Braves recent 8 game win streak. The guys take a closer look at some of the behind the scene observations as well as some possible trade scenarios to improve the team.The guys finish the episode looking at the equally hot Cincinnati Red's and Elly De La Cruz as well as the weeks coming.You can follow Erik and Kel on Twitter and Instagram.Erik ig erik_markus twitter @itsmrmarkus Kel @kellenbkey on twitter and instagram2023-06-2534 minRanting and Braving PodcastSmooth Braves in the EveningOn this episode of Ranting and Braving Erik and Kel celebrate the Braves recent 6 game win streak including a SWEEP of the 400 million dollar Mets.Erik and Kel also go over their reflections from the A's and Diamondbacks series, Erik goes to a minor league game, and preview the incoming series with the gNats, the Tigers and the Rockies.If you enjoy the show, leave us a review and follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @itsmrmarkus and @erik_markus as well as Kel at @kellenbkey2023-06-1037 minRanting and Braving PodcastKel's Victory LapOn this week's episode of Ranting and Braving Kel jumps right into dancing on the Laker's grave. Erik allows this as he know Trea Young is destined to be the next Laker Great. After much ATLienating of Hawk's fans Erik and Kel jump into this weeks impressions of the team.The Braves take 2 of three against the Mariners, drop 2 of 3 vs the Dodgers, and take the opening game of their series with the Phillies.The bullpen is still giving Kel fits, but Erik is confident in some young recruits coming through the pipeline.Finally, the two go over expectations for...2023-05-2752 minRanting and Braving PodcastThe Law of Diminishing Returns: A Bullpen SagaOn this week's episode Erik and Kel dig in on their frustrations with the bullpen and bullpen games. They look at the challenging series against the Blue Jays as well as a recap of the past week.Erik and Kel invent a new segment called Mark My Words, where Erik plants his claim on the fate of the Lakers.The guys spend the second half of the show preparing for the week ahead with a win in hand against the Mariners.You can follow Erik and Kel on Twitter and Instagram.Erik can be found at @itsmrmarkus on Twitter and...2023-05-2147 minRanting and Braving PodcastInjury Report Check In TimeOn this episode of Ranting and Braving, Erik and Kel, look back at the last month of Atlanta Braves baseball. The Braves are hot, but working through some injury issues. Erik and Kel break down the coming series this week, and look at some early season hot performers.2023-05-1347 minRanting and Braving PodcastJa MoRanting and Braving and the Medical StaffOn this weeks episode Erik and Kel focus in on their frustrations with early season injuries and struggles.Erik and Kel review and preview the upcoming series with the Royals and the Padres, and finish with a tiny NBA playoff preview of their two favorite teams.2023-04-1443 minRanting and Braving PodcastFather'd by the FathersOn this week's episode Erik and Kel discuss this weeks games against the Cardinals and the Padres.The Braves easily dispatched the Cardinals, but after a game one walk off, the Padres controlled the rest of the series.2023-04-1033 minRanting and Braving PodcastFirey Takes on Opening DayErik and Kel truly lean in on their Rants on this episode. Opening day takes, season predictions, and they go in on the Mets and Phillies.Division winners, CY Young and MVP predictions, All Star Predictions, and Bold Takes2023-03-311h 06Ranting and Braving PodcastSpring Camp BattlesOn this episode of the Ranting and Braving Podcast, Erik and Kel focus in on some spring training camp battles.Who do you think wins the 4th and 5th starting rotation slots?How does Ian Anderson and Bryce Elder's demotions impact them moving forward?How has Braden Shoemake's emergence impacted the stronghold of Vaugh Grissom for an opening day gig?Finally, Erik and Kel make predictions for the WBC finals.Tell a friend, and follow Erik and Kel on twitter. @kellenbkey and @itsmrmarkusThanks for listening!2023-03-1949 minRanting and Braving PodcastStock Up Stock Down Camp ReportIn this episode, Erik and Kel continue to examine the early looks of Spring Training. Stock up and stock down on the rotation and some best case and worst case scenarios2023-03-1057 minRanting and Braving PodcastSpring Training First ImpressionsOn this week's episode of the Ranting and Braving Podcast, your hosts Erik Markus and Kel Key discuss their first impressions of the 2023 Atlanta Braves. They also discuss their predictions for the World Baseball Classic and project some X factors for this coming season.2023-03-041h 02Ranting and Braving PodcastOur First RantOn today's show Erik and Kel introduce themselves, and get into their how they became fans of the Atlanta Braves.Our initial look at the 2023 Braves and predictions for the team.2023-02-1956 min