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Freeman headlines list of September call-ups
When Nate McLouth arrived at Spring Training as the projected leadoff hitter, there was little reason to believe the Braves would head into September with reason to believe that Freddie Freeman could actually play a greater role in the midst... »
Freeman headlines list of September call-ups
When Nate McLouth arrived at Spring Training as the projected leadoff hitter, there was little reason to believe the Braves would head into September with reason to believe that Freddie Freeman could actually play a greater role in the midst... »
NL showdown will feature plenty of good pitching
Exactly one week after securing World Series home-field advantage for the National League, Brian McCann will have an opportunity to help his Braves teammates maximize the number of games played at Turner Field in October. The Padres enter tonight's series... »
McLouth expected to be activated Tuesday
Nate McLouth is expected to be activated from the disabled list and likely placed back in the starting lineup for Tuesday night's series opener against the Padres. After going hitless in four at-bats Sunday afternoon, McLouth didn't travel with the... »
Braves not actively looking to trade Escobar
Received a call from an American League scout today, who said his club had gained the sense that the Braves might be willing to deal Yunel Escobar. But before worrying those of you who understand the great value Escobar brings... »
Resop is ready to pitch for some Major League club
Chris Resop has plenty of reason to believe he'll join a Major League roster within the next week. The Braves now have to decide whether it will be theirs or one of the many Major League clubs that need to... »
Updates regarding McLouth and Lipka
Before getting this afternoon's series finale against the D-backs started, here are a few updates from the clubhouse and the Draft.Nate McLouth said he still had a pretty painful headache this morning. The Braves will test him later today to... »
A look back at Conrad’s memorable slam
Move over Mike Mordecai. Brooks Conrad now owns the distinction of being the man who hit the most memorable homer in the most improbable win in Braves history. The Braves have played 19,932 games dating back to 1876 and according... »
Santana bidding for rare win vs. Braves
Looking simply at the fact that they are sending Johan Santana to the mound to face Kris Medlen tonight at Turner Field, the Mets should feel pretty good about the odds of sweeping this two-game set against the Braves. Of... »
Looking back on an improbable finish
While watching highlights of last night's incredible finish, I noticed Bobby Cox's reaction after Jason Heyward drilled his game-tying, two-out homer in the ninth inning. While his players instantly celebrated when Heyward's blast cleared the wall, Cox paused and then... »
