Braves Report podcast: Vaughn Grissom arrives just in time for Mets series

The Braves may have found another gem of a rookie in Vaughn Grissom, but will that be enough of a spark to turn things around against the Mets this week?

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Braves Report podcast, AJC beat reporter Justin Toscano and Jay Black discuss the stellar start for another 21-year-old rookie. Plus, you’ll hear from Kirby Yates on what it took for him to get back to the big leagues after almost two years away with injuries.

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Our team will also preview the Mets’ visit and why Atlanta is struggling to take series against other playoff contenders.

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