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Chipper returns to Turner Field to see injury-ravaged lineup
So far so good for Chipper Jones. Now he can only hope that the next six months provided the kind of encouragement he's gained in the 24 hours that have followed the season-ending surgical procedure that was performed on his... »
Chipper still weighing options about his future
When I sat down to write this blog, my plan was to take the angle that Chipper Jones will at least attempt to return next season. But it appears to be too early to make this kind of assumption. Jones'... »
Jones says that he has a torn ligament
Chipper Jones has informed some close friends that he will likely miss the remainder of this season with a left knee injury. After undergoing an MRI exam in Atlanta this morning, Jones told a friend that he "tore" a ligament... »
Jones will not talk retirement again until the end of the year
Chipper Jones has confirmed that he is leaning toward retiring at the conclusion of this season. But while delivering this information about an hour before Thursday night's first pitch at Turner Field, the Braves third baseman said that he will... »
Jones hoping to move away from distraction soon
Once again, I have been reminded that Greg Maddux just had that way to at least provide the appearance that he was smarter than the average superstar. Maddux spent his 11 illustrious seasons in Atlanta and then went elsewhere... »
Jones hopes to publicly discuss his future soon
When Chipper Jones walked around the corner this afternoon, he smiled and gave the customary head nod. I laughed and said, "I thought you weren't talking to us today." Jones then proceeded to tell me that he hopes to be... »
Chipper not ready to publicly discuss his future
Chris Resop's addition to the Braves roster will take a back seat to whatever we can gather about Chipper Jones' future today. Originally, it was thought that Jones would address the media this afternoon to discuss his future. But because... »
Lipka gives the Braves the speed they need
Surprised that Bryce Bentz fell into their laps, I figured the Braves would take him with the 35th overall selection in this year's Draft. But like many other clubs, they found an option more appealing than the East Tennessee State... »
Will June prove to be as memorable as May?
Broadcasters John Smoltz and Tom Glavine have combined for as many wins as Kenshin Kawakami and Jair Jurrjens. Projected leadoff hitter Nate McLouth's batting average has rested above the Mendoza Line for a total of three days since April 10. ... »
Does Chipper still have something left in the tank?
Based on what we've seen over what has amounted to nearly a full calendar year, it's hard to imagine that Chipper Jones is just two years removed from his first career batting title. Dating back to June 9 of last... »