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Odds and ends from Day 4 at Braves camp

By Mark Bowman

After Bobby Cox surprised his players by saying that he felt nervous while delivering this morning's annual preseason speech, Jason Heyward lived up to expectations with an impressive power display during his first on-field batting practice session of the year. ... »

Braves will continue to focus on moving their pitchers

By Mark Bowman

With this being the last fully day of this year's Winter Meetings, I think it's pretty safe to assume that Braves general manager Frank Wren will leave Indianapolis on Thursday possessing the same offensive needs that existed when he arrived. ... »

Let the Hot Stove season begin

By Mark Bowman

When I arrive at Citizens Bank Park for this afternoon's  Division Series workout,  I'm going to present Ryan Howard with the First Annual White Flag  --  an award that will be presented to the player that proves to be the... »

Prado’s condition could be linked to mother’s departure

By Mark Bowman

It may not have been a coincidence that Martin Prado began experiencing severe headaches and dizziness just hours after his mother was forced to end her six-month stay in the United States and return to  their native Venezuela.   "His life... »

Braves place McLouth on the 15-day DL

By Mark Bowman

The  Braves have placed Nate McLouth on the 15-day disabled list and purchased Reid Gorecki's contract from Triple-A Gwinnett.   Gorecki received word around 2 p.m. ET  on Monday and immediately packed his bags in an attempt to join the... »

Updates on McLouth and Prado

By Mark Bowman

While claiming a 4-3 walk-off win over the Phillies at Turner Field on Saturday afternoon, the Braves lost Nate McLouth to a nagging hamstring injury that could sideline him for more than just a couple of days. McLouth strained his... »

Infante returns to face red-hot Nationals

By Mark Bowman

Coming off a weekend during which Kris Medlen was one of the many players that proved to be huge at Dodger Stadium, the Braves are back at Turner Field to host the red-hot Nationals.  Do I get any kind of... »