On Air | Walt Weiss on Braves Trade Rumors, Bullpen Updates & Austin Riley

Braves manager Walt Weiss joins The Locker Room ahead of Atlanta's series finale in Pittsburgh to discuss the club's recent shutout victory, the state of the bullpen, and how the team is navigating a challenging stretch before the All-Star break. Weiss shares his thoughts on the Pirates pulling a pitcher after six perfect innings, explains how modern pitch count decisions are made, and gives an update on key Braves contributors including Owen Murphy, Bryce Elder, Austin Riley, and Michael Harris II. He also offers insight into his conversations with Alex Anthopoulos as the MLB trade deadline approaches and why leadership is the biggest responsibility of managing a big league clubhouse. In this interview: Walt Weiss reacts to the Pirates ending a perfect game bid after six innings Why the Braves bullpen is in a much better spot heading into the All-Star break Owen Murphy's impressive MLB debut and what the future holds for the young right-hander What the Braves need from Bryce Elder in his return to the rotation How Alex Anthopoulos approaches the trade deadline behind the scenes Why Michael Harris II deserves to be an All-Star The latest on Austin Riley's season-long struggles and why Weiss believes he'll bounce back Walt reflects on his 1998 All-Star Game experience and the emotional story behind it Why leadership—not in-game decisions—is the toughest part of managing in today's MLB If you enjoy Braves interviews, MLB analysis, and exclusive conversations from The Locker Room, be sure to like the video, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Atlanta baseball coverage throughout the season. #atlantabraves #atlantabravesnews #braves #bravescountry #mlb #Mlbnews #michaelharrisii #michaelharris #austinriley #chopon #forthea #atlanta #waltweiss