“Braves Win Last Game for Boston, Milwaukee Loses It.” – BOSTON GLOBE — March 18, 1953
Strange things happen in baseball. It is fickle some days. When you are playing, it can just happen. Go figure! …
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Video of the Braves 3-2 win over the Cleveland Indians — October 21, 1995
Atlanta ace Greg Maddux pitched a two-hit complete game victory in his first World Series appearance (and just the fifteenth two-hitter in …
Braves trailed the Mets 6-0 before plating 14 straight to win 18-10 — April 7, 2004
This was a stunning win over the Mets on April 7, 2004. Adam LaRoche got his first two hits in …
Billy Southworth is elected to the Hall of Fame by the Veterans Committee — December 3, 2007
Billy Southworth, who managed the Cardinals (1929, 1940-45) and the Braves (1946-51) is elected to the Hall of Fame by …
Billy Cowan was traded by the Braves to the Chicago Cubs for future Braves manager Bobby Cox and cash — April 28, 1966
Now here was a deal. Billy Cowan was traded by the Braves to the Chicago Cubs for future Braves manager …
Game 5 of the 1948 World Series – Boston Braves 11, Cleveland Indians 5 — October 10, 1948
The 1948 World Series saw the Cleveland Indians against the Boston Braves. The Braves had won the National League pennant for the first time since the …
Braves Offer Prayers For Former Manager Bobby Cox Following Stroke
Hall of Fame manager Bobby Cox was able to accept visitors in his Atlanta-area hospital room Wednesday, one day after …
Braves blister the Marlins 13-4 — April 6, 2003
The Atlanta Braves didn’t take long to shrug off their lopsided 17-1 loss from the day before. Chipper Jones had a two-run single …
Acuna signs 8-year extension with Braves — April 2, 2019
This is some really great news. I’m pumped. Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Braves made a huge commitment to one another …
It was snow delay for the Braves — May 4, 1954
Now this didn’t happen in Denver where you might expect it. Nope. But it did happen in Milwaukee. In a …
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. …
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 …
Who is Touki Toussaint?
Dany Gilbert Kiti “Touki” Toussaint (/ˈtuːki tuˈsɑːnt/; born June 20, 1996) is a Haitian-American currently playing for the Atlanta Braves. He was drafted by the Arizona …
Chipper Jones 2012 Home Runs
2012 was Chipper Jones last year in baseball. One of the greatest switch hitters ever. Check out all of his …
Braves legend Andruw giving pointers at camp
I love seeing some of the greats return in the spring to help out. The continuity of talent is important …
10 players you forgot were Braves
The list of Hall of Famers who have played for the Braves includes a Babe (Ruth), a Kid (Nichols), a …
Ronald Acuna joins Atlanta Braves baseball card royalty
By winning the fan vote as the #1 overall card in the 2019 Topps base set, Ronald Acuna, Jr. joined …
MLB to honor Cairo, Georgia native, Jackie Robinson in 2019
Jackie Robinson’s legacy is expansive and all-compassing, and with that in mind, it’s only fitting that Major League Baseball will …
Fred McGriff (the Crime Dog) falls short of Hall induction in his 10th and final year of eligibility
Fred McGriff may one day be enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. But the past 10 years have …
How can this be? Andruw Jones gains little ground for HOF
Andruw Jones will remain on the Hall of Fame ballot for at least one more year. But the lack of …
Braves beat Cleveland 1-0 — October 6, 1948 World Series
The 1948 World Series saw the Cleveland Indians against the Boston Braves. The Braves had won the National League pennant for the first time since the “Miracle …
Braves land 8 on Top 100 Prospects List
I was able to watch some of this last night. Pretty impressive crop of prospects for the Braves. As the …
Braves win 1995 World Series Game 2– 4 -3 score — October 22, 1995
The 1995 World Series, despite being in an odd-numbered year, opened in the NL home because of the omission of …
Ozzie Albies plans to make adjustments in 2019
Having had a few months to dwell on what was his first full Major League season, Braves second baseman Ozzie Albies acknowledges …
Braves re-sign Nick Markakis for 2019
This is some great news! The roster is beginning to take shape for 2019. As Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos …
Maddux gives up nine runs in two innings against the Marlins and lose 17-1 – April 5, 2003
After one of the poorest pitching performances of his career, Greg Maddux couldn’t wait to get back on the mound on April 5, …
Ronald Acuna Jr. wants to stay leadoff hitter
How the Braves construct their lineup will depend on who is acquired or selected to fill their outfield void. But Ronald …
Mike Foltynewicz leads Braves rotation in 2019
With the start of Spring Training less than a month away, it’s time to look at what the Braves roster …
Getting ready for 2019: Braves dismiss Brian Bridges (director of scouting) and Roy Clark (senior advisor)
After establishing himself as one of John Schuerholz’s most valuable amateur scouts during the 1990s, Roy Clark mentored Brian Bridges, …
“It never feels good, but I’ve had a couple of heartbreakers where I could have won the game, but instead ended the season, … You learn from that.” ~Chipper Jones
Baseball is a game of lots of ups and downs. It is a battle between the pitcher and batter. The …
The White Sox obtain a player to be named later and cash from the Braves in exchange for Dick Allen — December 3, 1974
The White Sox obtain a player to be named later on December 3, 1974 and cash from the Braves in …
