Austin Riley Was Always Destined for Success

Atlanta Braves Third Baseman, World Series Champion, All-Star, All-MLB First Team, and Silver Slugger winner Austin Riley joins the pod and details his baseball journey from early childhood to incredible success in the big leagues at such a young age. He shares with CC and Ryan what it was like growing up in Mississippi, starring as a high school quarterback and punter, turning pro and forgoing college, playing positions all across the field, impressing Hank Aaron from day one, and what makes the Atlanta Braves culture and player development so impressive. Austin also details his combined passion for golf, honoring veterans, and giving back to the Atlanta community to host his first charity golf event at TPC Sugarloaf this summer. Get to know one of the faces of the Braves' outstanding young core and genuinely great people off the field in Austin Riley on the latest R2C2. Hosts: CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco Producers: Jackson Safon, Sadye Zillo, Paige Keffer, and Ata Movassaghi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices