In Bryce’s debut, revamped lineup steals show — Braves lose 10-4 to Philie — March 28, 2019
I love opening day. It is always a time of hope. Some years it starts well. Some years it doesn’t. …
Monthly Archives: March 2019
Chipper Jones and Atlanta’s 1995 Postseason Run To Glory
In the first year of Major League Baseball’s wild-card round (National League Division Series), the rookie Jones belted two homers …
“I didn’t get all of it, but I got enough, … I’m just happy that it came in a big spot.” ~Chipper Jones
We’ve all had that sense of things as we watch a clutch hit or homerun. We are nervous. Will it …
Who is Tony Cuccinello?
Anthony Francis “Tony” Cuccinello was a second and third baseman. He played for the Boston Bees (1936–1940) and the Boston …
The Milwaukee Braves beat the Yankees in Game 2 8-7 — Thursday, October 3, 1957 at Yankee Stadium in Bronx, New York
The 1957 World Series featured the defending champions, the New York Yankees (American League), playing against the Milwaukee Braves (National League). After finishing just one game …
The Boston Braves lose game 4 of the World Series — October 9, 1948
Steve Gromek of the Indians and Johnny Sain of the Braves pitched complete games each. The Indians struck first when …
Boston Braves lose the game to the Cleveland Indians 4-3 to close the series — October 11, 1948 World Series
The 1948 World Series between the Boston Braves and the Cleveland Indians was coming down to the wire. After 5 …
Tony Cloninger hits two grand slams in the same game and collects nine RBI’s — July 3, 1966
Tony Cloninger, on July 3, 1966, in a 17-3 rout of the Giants, hits two grand slams in the same …
Who is Johnny Antonelli?
Johnny Antonelli was left-handed starting pitcher who played for the Boston and Milwaukee Braves (1948-50, 1953), New York and San Francisco Giants, and Cleveland Indians between 1948 and 1961. …
Brandon Beachy establishes the modern franchise record for strikeouts in a season by a rookie pitcher — September 14, 2011
On September 14, 2011, Braves’ fireballer Brandon Beachy establishes the modern franchise record for strikeouts in a season by a …
Braves Legend Chipper Jones Reveals Why He Never Took Steroids
Steroid use in baseball nearly destroyed the integrity of the game. Those who participated deserve the full shunning of all …
The Braves select Bob Horner as their first overall pick — June 6, 1978
The Braves select Bob Horner as their first overall pick (June 6, 1978) in the June draft and promptly promote …
Rick Mahler blanks the Phillies, 6-0, for his third Opening Day shutout — April 7, 1987
Rick Mahler blanks the Phillies on April 7, 1987, 6-0, for his third Opening Day shutout. He would go on …
Teheran will tie team mark with 6th straight opener — March 28, 2019
For the sixth consecutive season, Julio Teheran will be the Braves’ Opening Day starter. Teheran’s streak of six consecutive Opening …
Who is Buster Chatham?
Buster (Charles Lorenzo) Chatham was born on Christmas day, December 25, 1901 in West, Texas. He played two seasons with …
“You can only milk a cow so long, then you’re left holding the pail.” — Hank Aaron
One of the first players to break the barrier of racism in baseball, Hank Aaron led the major league baseball …
A trio of selections marks the first time the BBWAA has voted in three players since 1999. It includes Maddux and Glavine — January 8, 2014
This was a great day! On January 8, 2014, hurlers Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine, best remembered for their dominance …
Chipper’s Last Stand — September 2, 2012
On September 2, 2012, Jones launched his final home run in the majors—a crazy-good, three-run walkoff shot in the ninth …
Freeman records his first unofficial grand slam — March 6, 2019
Freddie Freeman prepared for the upcoming season by being introduced to the thrill of hitting a home run with the bases …
Boston Braves become the Milwaukee Braves — March 18, 1953
On March 18, 1953, the Braves end the 77 year-old association with Boston and become the first major league club …
The second game of the Braves / Indians makes history – October 7, 1948 World Series
The second game of the 1948 World Series also made television history when a live broadcast of the Indians–Braves matchup …
