The Atlanta Braves loss to the Texas Rangers in their series opener on Friday was one fans have grown very accustom to in 2025. The offense wasted several chances while the Braves relief core could not keep the game close.
However, Friday briefly showcased something fans had not seen often this year: fire. As Brian Snitker came out to yank Rafael Montero, who had just issued a bases-loaded walk, Braves ace Spencer Strider was caught tearing into the coaching staff.
Fans were quickly backed the ace, but a closer examination at which coaches his frustration was directed towards might indicate a rift between the players and the coaching staff.